Antique 19th Century Bronze Tazza By Emile Louis Picault

A neoclassical-style 19th century bronze tazza made and signed by Emile Louis Picault, a well-listed French sculptor (1833-1915) Depicts a romantic garden scene with a classically garbed couple, he with weapons of war, and she with a lute.The composition is encircled by Latin phrases and names. Signed lower right "E. Picault, sculp" This piece memorializes the story of Herodias, the Jezebel of the New Testament, Has lion designs on the feet. Great condition two color patina. Measures 13.25 wide by 4.75 inches high. The same tazza sold at Sotheby's auction for $1,250.