Here is a vintage French Empire style gilt bronze patina, spelter, and cut crystal glass center bowl or dessert stand. The piece measures 18 inches or 45.7 cm high, and is 8 inches in diameter across the base. The center piece features claw feet around the round base which is decorated with bas relief medallions with portraits at the center and scrolling leaves and flowers on each side. The bowl is supported by 3 Caryatid female figures standing with their arms crossed in front of the...m and wear short diaphanous tunics. Between the figures at the center is a large pine cone finial and above that the cut crystal bowl sits supported by large foliate prongs. The piece has a gilt gold patina or color which is original. It is in very good condition, with only some minor scratches and patina variations throughout the piece. Vintage French Empire Style Gilt Bronze Patina Cut Crystal Figural Center Bowl