Superb gilt bronze lost wax. France late 19th century
A piece of eroticism hidden because it is a bronze pedestal for a vase unless it is a base for a bottle of champagne type "Rehoboam" or "Methusalem".
A scene of nasty taste in the 18th century, a man whose face is hidden teasing two girls.
The feet of the base are made of grapes and vine leaves adorn the edge.
On poutour :inscription: "colin maillard" "Fragonard "
Made after a drawing attributed to Boucher see illustration : Gilles Néret p75 Erotica 17th-18th century
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Diameter : 15 cm, height : 3.2 cm
Age wear, nice patina and very good condition
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