This remarkable French crystal casket epitomizes the refined artistry of the Belle Époque
with gentle craquelure
the lustrous feathers of his birds contrasting beautifully against weathered stone and earthen tones
Crystal remains clear and well preserved with minor wear consistent with age
Cast in hot-cast gilt bronze using the traditional cire perdue (lost-wax) method
Interior Scene with Dogs, Signed Julia McShillito, dated 1900 This remarkable French crystal casketInterior Scene with Dogs Signed Julia McShillito, dated 1900 British School, turn of the 20th century Oil on canvas, original giltwood frame Stamped verso: Wm. Warden, Hull, England A wonderfully charming and narrative rich British interior genre painting, signed and dated 1900, capturing a lively domestic moment with dogs gathered around a table in quiet anticipation. Each figure is beautifully observed, from the eager spaniel investigating fallen