Lg Antique French 8.25" Marriage Goblet, Centerpiece or Rose Vase, Gilt Bronze, Cut & Intaglio Etched Glass enamel The man or herder figure

The man or herder figure is missing his right hand which would likely have held a walking stick

he announced that a nine-story building would be designed to contain all of the store’s departments under one roof

Gorgeous & rare antique French Napoleon III era

Ours is one painted as a souvenir for Grand Tour to Victorian visitors who would have loved the art and wanted to take a likeness back home

The back-painted glass or 'eglomise' miniature painting has a pearl underlayment which makes the building shimmer in light

Lg Antique French 8.25" Marriage Goblet, Centerpiece or Rose Vase, Gilt Bronze, Cut & Intaglio Etched Glass enamel The man or herder figureElegant antique French marriage goblet, centerpiece, or rose vase, standing at a substantial 8 1 4 inches tall. Its form suggests a piece intended for display and special occasions. The goblet features a gilt bronze footed base and rim, indicating a touch of luxury and sophistication. The use of gilt bronze, an alloy of copper with a golden color achieved through gilding, speaks to the craftsmanship and value placed on such objects. The glass body of