Gilt bronze and crafted glass centerpiece, France, 19th century, Empire style Measurements: cm H 31.5 x diameter cm 22 Price: private negotiation object accompanied by certificate of authenticity The refined centerpiece was made in France in the second half of the 19th century, in finely chiseled and gilt bronze with a cup in crafted glass with tapering. The combination of glass and bronze is always very elegant and bright. In Empire style, it has a tripod-shaped structure with swans with unfolded wings resting on a tripartite and shaped base with chiseled bronze in the band with palmette motifs. This centerpiece is very elegant, beautiful combined with antique furnishings but also inserted in modern environments, placed on a table, a console, a gueridon or a chest of drawers. It can also be designed as a flower holder, resulting in a highly decorative and scenic effect.