Antique Brass Jardiniere with Cherub Motif and Rococo Feet
An antique brass jardiniere, late 19th to early 20th century, the patinated brass jardiniere of square form with rounded edges, embossed throughout with cherubs engaged in learning activities, the sides with cast ring handles, raised on splayed rococo styled acanthus feet. Height 6.69 in., length 8.27 in., width 8.27 in.
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- Acanthus - A stylized leaf motif, one of the primary decorative elements of classical Greek and Roman architecture, derived from the genus of flowering plants in the family Acanthaceae, native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Mediterranean area. It is a common element in classical Greek and Roman design, and is often seen in Corinthian and Composite order columns and used as a decorative element in English, European and Australian furniture, particularly on the curve of a leg, and as decoration for a corbel.
- Embossed / Repousse - Embossing, also known as repousse, is the technique of decorating metal with raised designs, by pressing or beating out the design from the reverse side of the object.It is the opposite of chasing, where the decoration is applied from the front. An embossed or repoussed object may have chasing applied to finish off the design.
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