Stunning and Rare Set of 19c Gilt Bronze Appliques by Poix Blin

This exceptional and remarkably rare set of nineteen matching gilt bronze appliques dates from the late 19th century and comes from the renowned Parisian foundry of Poix Blin. Celebrated for producing exceptional quality decorative metalwork, Poix Blin supplied some of the finest cabinet makers and luxury furniture makers of the period, creating exquisite bronze mounts and decorative metalwork for prestigious Parisian interiors and grand properties throughout France. Each gilt bronze applique displays superb casting and exceptionally fine detail, following an elegant apple and branch design. The remarkable survival of nineteen matching pieces makes this an unusually important and versatile collection of antique French decorative bronze. Their original purpose may have included use as decorative furniture mounts, where a cabinet maker could incorporate them into an exceptional bespoke piece of furniture. Today, they offer considerable scope for restoration projects, period furniture, or imaginative interior design. A cabinet restorer could use the appliques to give an important piece of furniture an extraordinary decorative finish, while an interior designer could arrange them as a striking wall installation or decorative feature. A truly rare collection of late 19th-century French gilt bronze appliques, combining exceptional craftsmanship, provenance, decorative appeal and considerable versatility.