Bidspirit auction | French Ormolu Bronze Mounted Nautilus

French Ormolu Bronze Mounted Nautilus Shell Compote, 19th Century - Description: A 19th century example with bronze foliate, bird, and tendril decoration surrounding an iridescent nautilus shell, all on a slate base. Materials: Bronze, shell, slate Markings & Inscriptions: Unmarked Date: 19th century Maker: French Dimensions: 9.25” x 6” x 6”. Provenance: From a Broomall, Pennsylvania collection. Condition: One bronze leaf at the base reattached, otherwise good condition with minor expected wear.