After the original 18th century garden vases, entitled Autumn, by Jean-Baptiste Pigalle, this pair of large cast garden vases are in the classic krater form. A sprawling scene with mascarons, rams’ heads, and grapevines are set between egg and dart molding and gadrooned lobes. Made with a mixture of crushed stone and cement (known as reconstituted stone), the tall vases were imbued with a cream coloring agent during the casting process. Each vase is supported by a thick rectangular plinth beneath a tapering neck adorned with geometric motifs and Vitruvian waves filled with flowers. These impressive garden vases will make a wonderful statement, inside or outdoors.
Originally part of a set of four vases depicting the seasons of Autumn and Spring, which were designed for the Chateau de Choisy by Ange-Jacques Gabriel. The set was never sent to Choisy, with Autumn being gifted to the Marquis de Marigny by Louis XV, before finding a permanent home at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. One of the Autumn vases was carved by Nicolas-Sebastien Adam, but it is very similar to the vase by Pigalle.
Approximate weight: 760 lbs each.
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Similar to:Jean-Baptiste Pigalle (Sculptor)
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Dimensions:Height: 50.25 in (127.64 cm)Width: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)Depth: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)
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Sold As:Set of 2
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Style:Neoclassical(In the Style Of)
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Materials and Techniques:Cast StoneCementCast
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Place of Origin:France
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Period:21st Century
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Date of Manufacture:2000’s
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Production Type:New & Custom(One of a Kind)
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Estimated Production Time:Available Now
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good condition with minor nicks and chips, color variations as seen in photos.
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Seller Location:Dallas, TX
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Reference Number:Seller: 222-7Seller: LU906331312972
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