Vintage Brass Fleur-de-Lis Display Easel – Made in India for Liards Ltd.
Vintage Brass Fleur-de-Lis Display Easel – Made in India for Liards Ltd.
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Additional Description:
Decorative tabletop display easel crafted in brass, featuring a classic fleur-de-lis finial at the crest and elegantly curved supports. The front legs terminate in stylized scrolled feet, with a gently arched support bar designed to hold a plate, small frame, or decorative object securely in place. The form is both functional and ornamental, drawing on traditional European motifs while executed in a warm, polished brass finish.
The easel is collapsible via a rear support leg, allowing for adjustable display angles. A maker’s label on the reverse reads “Made in India for Liards Ltd.,” indicating late 20th-century production for export, likely inspired by French decorative styles. The piece balances utility with decorative appeal, making it ideal for displaying ceramics, small artworks, or framed pieces within curated interiors.
Era:
Late 20th century
History:
Brass display easels such as this became popular decorative accessories in the mid-to-late 20th century, particularly as interest in traditional European design motifs—like the fleur-de-lis—resurged in home décor. Many were produced in India for Western retailers, combining hand-finished metalwork with classical styling. Liards Ltd. appears to have been a distributor or retailer importing such decorative goods, aligning with broader trends in globalized decorative arts production during this period.
Provenance:
Made in India for Liards Ltd.
Materials:
Brass
Dimensions:
Not provided
Disclaimers/Condition:
Good vintage condition with light surface wear, minor scratches, and areas of patina consistent with age and use. Some rubbing to the brass finish, particularly along edges and high points. Mechanism for folding and support appears intact and functional. No major structural issues observed.
Additional Description:
Decorative tabletop display easel crafted in brass, featuring a classic fleur-de-lis finial at the crest and elegantly curved supports. The front legs terminate in stylized scrolled feet, with a gently arched support bar designed to hold a plate, small frame, or decorative object securely in place. The form is both functional and ornamental, drawing on traditional European motifs while executed in a warm, polished brass finish.
The easel is collapsible via a rear support leg, allowing for adjustable display angles. A maker’s label on the reverse reads “Made in India for Liards Ltd.,” indicating late 20th-century production for export, likely inspired by French decorative styles. The piece balances utility with decorative appeal, making it ideal for displaying ceramics, small artworks, or framed pieces within curated interiors.
Era:
Late 20th century
History:
Brass display easels such as this became popular decorative accessories in the mid-to-late 20th century, particularly as interest in traditional European design motifs—like the fleur-de-lis—resurged in home décor. Many were produced in India for Western retailers, combining hand-finished metalwork with classical styling. Liards Ltd. appears to have been a distributor or retailer importing such decorative goods, aligning with broader trends in globalized decorative arts production during this period.
Provenance:
Made in India for Liards Ltd.
Materials:
Brass
Dimensions:
Not provided
Disclaimers/Condition:
Good vintage condition with light surface wear, minor scratches, and areas of patina consistent with age and use. Some rubbing to the brass finish, particularly along edges and high points. Mechanism for folding and support appears intact and functional. No major structural issues observed.