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19th Century Opaline and Gilt Bronze Jewelry Stand, “Soap Bubble” Hues

$910
£689.59
€794.67
CA$1,286.99
A$1,384.05
CHF 740.05
MX$16,691.26
NOK 9,358.50
SEK 8,526.80
DKK 5,937.95

About the Item

A refined Charles X period opaline glass jewelry stand mounted with finely chased gilt bronze. Dating from circa 1825, this exquisite piece captures the delicate elegance of early 19th-century French decorative art. The opaline glass shimmers with ethereal iridescence, its surface revealing soft milky tones and subtle blue and pink reflections — reminiscent of the fleeting beauty of a soap bubble. The turned stem, luminous and perfectly balanced, rises from a circular gilt bronze base enriched with intricate vine motifs. The rim is adorned with a finely textured gilt border, enhancing the opaline’s pearly transparency with a warm golden glow. Originally conceived as a small compote or jewelry holder, it exemplifies the sophistication and romantic sensibility of the Charles X era. A rare and poetic object, capturing in glass the charm and delicacy of a moment suspended in light.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Diameter: 6.7 in (17 cm)
  • Style:
    Charles X (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1825
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    LA CIOTAT, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6419246947932

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