A Restauration gilt-bronze vase, of campana form, the body with two rams’ heads connected with foliate swags of grape vines and foliate handles, on a socle with gadrooning and a band of laurel leaves on a tall square plinth.
France Circa 1830
Height: 48 cms (19 ins)
Diameter : 30 cms (11.8 ins)
In classical mythology, the ram was associated with various gods and was often a symbol of power, strength, and fertility. The ram’s head was used in a variety of contexts, including as a decorative element on architectural features, as well as on objects such as vases, bowls, and lamps.
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