{"product_id":"glass-tray","title":"19th-Century French Ormolu Glass Plateau with Grape \u0026 Leaf Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn elegant 19th-century French ormolu glass plateau, finely cast with a continuous garland of grape clusters and acanthus leaves — symbols of abundance and hospitality in classical design. Resting upon three scrolled feet, this circular glass tray once graced a parlor or dining table, its reflective surface used to amplify the glow of candlelight or highlight a prized centerpiece such as a crystal decanter, floral arrangement, or porcelain figurine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe craftsmanship exemplifies the Rococo Revival style of the mid-to-late 1800s, when gilt bronze table garnitures were both decorative and functional — a staple in French interiors of refinement. The richly detailed border and original mirror speak to its age and authenticity, while the gilt finish maintains a warm patina that enhances its timeless charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 19th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Gilt bronze (ormolu)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Original glass mirror\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails \u0026amp; History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrmolu plateau mirrors were prized in 19th-century households for their ability to elevate a table’s presentation — used beneath epergnes, decanters, or candelabra to magnify light and elegance. The grape and leaf motif reflects the influence of classical antiquity and the French appreciation for nature-inspired ornamentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Excellent antique condition with light wear and aged patina to the gilt surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Structurally sound with three original feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"soul fed home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50960675045697,"sku":"23003545","price":420.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/9549\/3185\/files\/C5D98DCE-67AF-4738-AF37-0C82AD467E72.png?v=1762243624","url":"https:\/\/soulfedhome.com\/products\/glass-tray","provider":"Soul Fed Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}