Belle Epoque Rococo soup tureen on stand. Made by Tetard Frères in Paris, ca 1910. Ovoid bowl with tapering sides and curved bottom with fluted and turned-down leaf handles. Sides have projecting volute scrolls inset with leaves. Leaves stippled and irregular. Sides have curvilinear panels applied with leaf and berry garlands with central branches forming wreaths. Raised oval foot. Cover domed and paneled with fluted top on which is mounted a cast finial in form of two embracing cherubs, their chubby legs akimbo. Beaded and imbricated leaf-and-berry borders. Stand oval. Ends same with open beaded rings. Applied garlands. Raised center with applied leaves. Fully marked with Mercury head and maker’s stamp. Excellent condition.

Overall dimensions: Tureen: H 12 3/4 x W 18 x D 11 in. Stand: H 3 x W 32 1/2 x D 18 in. Total weight: 356.5 troy ounces. #BX351