A Pair of Cassolettes

Ref: 2458

A Pair of Cassolettes

Ref: 2458

A Pair of Cassolettes

Circa 1780
Gilded Bronze Marble
24 cm (9¹/₂ inches)
Paris, France
Description: Black marble, gilded bronze

The French term "cassolette" refers to a small basin in which fragrant essences were evaporated. The cassolette was usually shaped like a vase and made of high-quality materials such as silver, copper, bronze, and marble.