Antique Bronze Mythological Creature Tripod Bowl / Vide-Poche
Antique Bronze Mythological Creature Tripod Bowl / Vide-Poche
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A small cast bronze tripod bowl raised on three sculptural supports formed as stylized mythological creatures — possibly griffins, dragons, or chimeras — each shown standing upright and supporting the circular basin above. The figures are highly expressive, with open mouths, curled tails, and textured bodies suggesting scales or armor.
The bowl itself is circular with a slightly flared rim and warm brown patinated interior showing age-appropriate wear and oxidation. The exterior retains a darker, almost blackened bronze surface consistent with aged patina.
The construction appears to be cast bronze with applied or integrally cast supports, typical of decorative desk or table objects from the late 19th to early 20th century. The form resembles small vide-poches, incense burners, ash receivers, or decorative centerpiece bowls popular in European revival styles.
The sculptural quality of the creature supports is the primary decorative feature, giving the piece a strong Gothic Revival / Renaissance Revival influence.
Era
Late 19th century to early 20th century (circa 1880–1910)
History
During the late 19th century, decorative bronze objects inspired by medieval and Renaissance motifs were widely produced in France, Austria, and Germany. Mythological creature supports — griffins, dragons, and chimeras — were especially popular in Gothic Revival decorative arts, where they symbolized guardianship and strength.
Small tripod bronze bowls like this were often used on desks, smoking tables, or entry consoles as: ash receivers, incense burners, calling-card bowls, decorative vide-poches
The scale and casting style suggest Continental European decorative bronze production, likely for the home décor market rather than academic sculpture.
Provenance
Continental Europe (likely France or Austria)
Materials
Cast bronze with aged patina
Disclaimers
Surface wear consistent with age, including oxidation, rubbing to high points, and small casting irregularities. Minor residue visible at joints where supports meet the bowl. Structurally stable.
Additional Description
A small cast bronze tripod bowl raised on three sculptural supports formed as stylized mythological creatures — possibly griffins, dragons, or chimeras — each shown standing upright and supporting the circular basin above. The figures are highly expressive, with open mouths, curled tails, and textured bodies suggesting scales or armor.
The bowl itself is circular with a slightly flared rim and warm brown patinated interior showing age-appropriate wear and oxidation. The exterior retains a darker, almost blackened bronze surface consistent with aged patina.
The construction appears to be cast bronze with applied or integrally cast supports, typical of decorative desk or table objects from the late 19th to early 20th century. The form resembles small vide-poches, incense burners, ash receivers, or decorative centerpiece bowls popular in European revival styles.
The sculptural quality of the creature supports is the primary decorative feature, giving the piece a strong Gothic Revival / Renaissance Revival influence.
Era
Late 19th century to early 20th century (circa 1880–1910)
History
During the late 19th century, decorative bronze objects inspired by medieval and Renaissance motifs were widely produced in France, Austria, and Germany. Mythological creature supports — griffins, dragons, and chimeras — were especially popular in Gothic Revival decorative arts, where they symbolized guardianship and strength.
Small tripod bronze bowls like this were often used on desks, smoking tables, or entry consoles as: ash receivers, incense burners, calling-card bowls, decorative vide-poches
The scale and casting style suggest Continental European decorative bronze production, likely for the home décor market rather than academic sculpture.
Provenance
Continental Europe (likely France or Austria)
Materials
Cast bronze with aged patina
Disclaimers
Surface wear consistent with age, including oxidation, rubbing to high points, and small casting irregularities. Minor residue visible at joints where supports meet the bowl. Structurally stable.