A Fine French Empire Ormolu or gilded bronze figural servant bell in the form of a Court Jester or Harliquin. French Empire, circa: 1800-1810. Measuring: 3" high.
Lost wax method of bronze casting. Hand chasing and chiseling of the surface. The ormolu is Mercury gilded with both Matt finish and highly burnished areas of highlight. Gilding is original and in tact.
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