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ETAGERE, ONE OF TWO

Creator(s): Unknown (Maker)

Currently in storage


About this object

Three graded trays in crystal glass with a diamond pattern on the underside and the edges with cross hatched decoration. Round ormolu base is supported by three lion's feet attached to the base by an acroteria motif. Around one edge is an acanthus motif and above this a vine and floral motif. On top of base is a grape and leaf rinceau. Three glass sections are supported by a rod with a ring of laurel leaves attached to the central rod with inverted acanthus leaves. There are three other supports of acanthus branches.

Object name:
ETAGERE, ONE OF TWO
Made from:
Ormolu -- crystal
Made in:
Saint Petersburg, Russia
Date made:
early 19th Century
Size:
53.3 cm (21 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
14.15.5-8
Class:
METAL
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973