A French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Centerpiece. enamel spoon Herodium (Latin)

Herodium (Latin)

as mother of Jesus

largely gave way to new techniques and styles

Art historians think the style of the icon is more likely from the 14th century

A French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Sèvres Porcelain Centerpiece. enamel spoon Herodium (Latin)size: Diameter 39x39 cm. An exquisite French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and Svres porcelain centerpiece. The centerpiece is raised by a striking pierced ormolu base with beautiful foliate movements. Finely detailed and richly chased rams heads adorn the sides. Leading up each side are fine foliate handles connected to the ormolu rim with a fine and most charming foliate border. The finished inside of the bowl is centered by additional hand