An exceptionally fine 19th century 'Belle Epoque' China cabinet, soft ivory ground, the finest gilding with 24kt gold leaf, the central cartouche incorporating a Putti, the top with finely carved garlands and leaves.
RR
c. 1890
A putto (plural putti, /ˈpʊti/ or poo-tee) is a figure in a work of art depicted as a chubby male child, usually nude and sometimes winged. Putti are distinct from cherubim. In the plural, "the Cherubim" refers to the biblical angels. While "cherubs" represent the second order of angels, putti are secular and present a non-religious passion.However, in the Baroque period of art, the putto came to represent the omnipresence of God. A putto representing a cupid is also called an amorino (plural amorini)
Height72.00 inch(182.9 cm)
Width35.00 inch(88.9 cm)
Depth20.00 inch(50.8 cm)
Ref No. 6273