Antique French Miniature Opaline Glass Compote with Doré Bronze Mount

A charming antique French miniature compote, crafted from opaline glass and accented with an ornate doré bronze mount. The base is especially distinctive, featuring beautifully cast koi fish that form the feet.

The soft translucence of the opaline glass pairs elegantly with the warm gilded bronze, creating a refined decorative object perfect for display.

Details:

• Origin: French
• Materials: Opaline glass and doré bronze
• Design: Koi fish-form feet with decorative bronze base
• Form: Miniature compote with pedestal base

Measurements:

• Height: 4 3/4"
• Base (widest point): 3 3/4"
• Glass (widest point): 4 1/4"

Condition:

• Antique item with expected age-related wear
• Minor patina to bronze (see photos)
• Glass in excellent condition
• Not watertight
• Slight wobble at top due to length of original decorative screw (with floral motif), though securely in place
• Glass top has a slight lean; can be easily stabilized with a small spacer (e.g., a thin piece of paper) between base and glass

Shipping:

• Shipping cost will be invoiced separately
• Invoice sent via email and/or Instagram
• May be shipped taken apart to protect the pieces

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