{"product_id":"ancien-ornement-bronze-panier-fleurs-style-louis-xvi-deco-applique-ruban-1","title":"Antique bronze Louis XVI style flower basket ornament appliqué ribbon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful antique bronze ornament depicts a basket of flowers suspended by a knotted ribbon, in a style typical of Louis XVI decor. The visible side shows a chiseled design of a woven basket overflowing with stylized flowers and foliage, all topped by an elegant knot. The piece is richly detailed, with fine relief work and clearly visible botanical details on both the upper part and the flower bouquet in the basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ornament features a characteristic brown patina of antique bronze, with some lighter nuances on the raised parts, suggesting authentic wear and age. The surface reveals a slight relief decoration, highlighting the delicacy of the craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe motif of the knotted ribbon, very present in late 18th-century French decorative arts, extends downwards with a stem adorned with small leaves and flowers, blending into the floral basket. The basket, with its woven appearance, blossoms into a symmetrical bouquet of flowers and leaves, some details of which are still very clear despite some traces of oxidation or old fixings visible on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis decorative piece has a fixing hole at the base, which probably allowed it to be screwed or nailed onto furniture, a wooden panel, or a frame. No markings, signature, or number are visible on the photographed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe general style, the elegance of the design, and the finesse of the floral motifs make this an ornament very representative of the Louis XVI aesthetic and the taste for refined French decor. This type of element was frequently used to enrich interior decoration, particularly on commodes, woodwork, or overmantels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. The ornament shows an antique patina, traces of oxidation, some signs of wear, and slight material loss on some visible extremities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUsage and Enhancement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for the restoration or decoration of antique furniture, a door, or a wall frame. Can also be used as a decorative appliqué in a classic or shabby chic ambiance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging. Professional seller specializing in antique and decorative objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique bronze ornament, decorative appliqué, Louis XVI flower basket, decorative ribbon, furniture decorative element, patinated bronze, floral decor, wall appliqué, 18th century decoration, French antique bronze, Louis Seize style, floral ornamentation\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54483261489479,"sku":null,"price":20.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_0443ecd4-67d9-4b4b-8deb-7b1889283800.jpg?v=1785574239","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/ancien-ornement-bronze-panier-fleurs-style-louis-xvi-deco-applique-ruban-1","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}