French Sevres-Style Bronze-Mounted Porcelain Urn
fourth quarter 19th century, the vase with a cream ground, the neck decorated with a basket of scrolled garlands of flowers, the obverse with Venus, attended by Eros and various putti, and the reverse with an impressionist landscape, set with bronze handles molded with Psyche heads and butterfly wings.
h. 30-3/4", w. 12-3/4", d. 9-1/2"

In as-is estate condition. Lacking its cover. Wear and rubbing to the bronze gilt base and mounts, consistent with age. New Orleans Auction Galleries is pleased to issue an opinion of the condition of the property listed above. Please understand that New Orleans Auction Galleries employs no professional conservators. All statements in this condition report, or statements made verbally, purely our best opinions, not blanket statements of fact issued by this auction house. Prospective buyers should examine each lot so to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, importance, age, etc. Regardless of any statements made in this report, all lots are sold strictly "As Is" in accordance with section 2 of the Conditions of Sale. No returns will be accepted on the basis of condition.