19th C. Barbedienne Bronze & Champlevé Enamel Vase - Édouard Lièvre Design RARE

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19th C. Barbedienne Bronze & Champlevé Enamel Vase - Édouard Lièvre Design RARE:
$1299.00

Up for sale is a magnificent 19th-century French gilt-bronze (ormolu) and champlevé enamel footed vase by the world-renowned Ferdinand Barbedienne foundry!

This exquisite 6-inch objet de vertu is a masterclass in French decorative art, featuring intricate Islamic and Asian-inspired arabesque motifs heavily attributed to the iconic designer Édouard Lièvre. The body boasts striking, vivid turquoise, ruby red, and deep green champlevé enamel work offset by finely chased gilt-bronze details and a dramatic tripod base.

Maker: Ferdinand Barbedienne (Signed)

Designer / Style: Édouard Lièvre / Persian Revival & Japonisme

Period: 19th Century (c. 1870–1880)

Dimensions: 6 inches tall

Materials: Ormolu (Gilt Bronze) & Polychrome Champlevé Enamel

Condition:

In gorgeous antique condition overall with breathtaking enamel preservation and rich original gilt patina. Shows expected light surface wear consistent with age. There is one minor, subtle dent along the top mouth rim (visible upon close inspection), which does not take away from its structural integrity or spectacular display appeal.