Antique Serving Dish, French, Cut Glass, Ormolu, Bowl, Empire Taste, Victorian

This is an antique serving dish. A French, cut glass and ormolu presentation centrepiece or fruit bowl in the Empire manner, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Wonderful example, with a navette - or boat - form, that displays a desirable aged patina and in good antique order. Striking cut glass with a beautifully defined pattern and bright appearance. Quality ormolu presents deep golden tonality to the rim and wreath details. Cut pattern with a pineapple leaf cut over crosshatch motif. Dressed with a pair of ornate, articulated drop handles. Ormolu footer features a chased leaf and egg and dart pattern. Viewing window within the base accentuated with a neat starburst pattern. This is a striking antique serving dish, with bold Empire taste and attractive cut glass. A treat for the table. Delivered ready to display. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.