Antique Dual Design Enamelled Turquoise Blue Pair of Cassolettes

This beautiful pair of brilliant turquoise blue enamelled antique cassolettes are dual purpose, as they are also candle sticks when the top is reversed. They each have a medallion shaped image on each side, depicting a garden scene of Ladies and Gents, as well as a floral spray on the reverse side. The cassolettes are ornately decorated with gilt bronze throughout the piece. There are 2 gilt bronze handles depicting a ram and the body is supported on a round base. This lovely and highly decorative set would make an outstanding feature and accent piece for a wide range of rooms and settings. Origin: French c.1880 Condition: Excellent