Pair of 19th Century Grand Tour Volute Kraters

Pair of 19th Century Grand Tour Volute KratersA decorative pair of Grand Tour bronze patinated urns of ancient Greek 'volute krater' form, Italy, 19th century. Why we like them We love the decorative look of these urns, evoking the Grand Tour travels of the 19th century. Perfect for lamp conversion. Design This shape was introduced in the late 6th century B. C. and was favoured by significant artists who worked in terracotta and in bronze. The earliest example in bronze belongs to the late 5th

Height: 23

Mathurin Brisson

beautifully complimented by the patrician look of their patinated bronze mounts

A superb Regency mahogany X-frame stool of generous proportions

George Oakley (c

rosewood veneered tip-up top with original brass latch

possibly Thomas Chippendale

A set of twelve side chairs and a pair of library armchairs with identical carving to front legs

Kingston Hill

as well as a support for sheet music or as a fire screen when fully tilted up

of splendid colour and patination

supplying patrons such as the Earl of Jersey at Middleton Park