{"product_id":"copy-19th-century-napoleon-iii-old-paris-porcelain-corbeille-de-fruits-france-circa-1850-1870-17","title":"19th Century Napoleon III Old Paris Porcelain Corbeille de Fruits France, circa 1850–1870, 17\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional and richly decorative Napoleon III–period Old Paris porcelain corbeille de fruits, dating to the mid-19th century. This grand centerpiece exemplifies the opulence of the era, featuring an elegant reticulated bowl hand-painted in sumptuous Pompadour pink, lavishly accented with intricate hand-applied gold gilding. \u003c\/span\u003eThe ruffled rim showcases a graceful Rococo Revival pierced design, crowned with scrolling detail and oval cutouts, and is raised on a refined pedestal base. Crafted in two bolt-fastened sections, the piece displays meticulous workmanship typical of fine Vieux Paris porcelain. Each side of the bowl is adorned with a gilded monogram—likely “JC”—rendered in flowing script with a delicate central flourish, adding both charm and historical intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorbeilles such as this were traditionally used to display fruit or sweets and served as symbols of refinement and prosperity in 19th-century French interiors. The underside is unmarked aside from an impressed “V,” consistent with Old Paris porcelain production of the period. A striking survivor of its age, this piece functions beautifully as a statement centerpiece for a dining table, console, or mantel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bowl sits slightly askew on its pedestal with a gentle wobble, likely due to an aged fastening bolt (which could be tightened or replaced if desired). Minor chipping is present at the joint where the two sections meet, along with light wear to the gilding—all consistent with age and historical use. Overall, the piece remains in remarkably good antique condition and displays beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 17.25” W × 11” D × 11.5” H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Sourced at the Paris Flea Market from a prominent antiques dealer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly elegant and museum-worthy centerpiece that embodies the romance and grandeur of 19th-century French decorative arts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wanderlust Brocante","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44718326907087,"sku":null,"price":772.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/8038\/8303\/files\/BA6AF028-5B34-43F2-B8B4-789EE9202E19.jpg?v=1761286664","url":"https:\/\/www.shoplilliangrey.com\/en-it\/products\/copy-19th-century-napoleon-iii-old-paris-porcelain-corbeille-de-fruits-france-circa-1850-1870-17","provider":"Lillian Grey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}