Gilt Bronze Cherub Sleigh Centerpiece Frame. Cherub sleigh centerpiece frame featuring a gilt bronze foliate and scroll frame with black metal riding cherubs. Believed to have had a porcelain shoe-shaped insert bowl, which is not present.

Size: 13 1/4 x 11 x 6 in.

Cherubs in decorative art are playful, angelic figures, often depicted as chubby, winged children, that have been used since the Renaissance to symbolize innocence, love, and divine presence. Commonly found in sculpture, painting, furniture ornamentation, and architectural details, they appear in both religious and secular contexts, adding a sense of whimsy, grace, or romantic charm. In Baroque and Rococo art, cherubs frequently accompany mythological or allegorical scenes, interacting with gods, goddesses, or natural motifs, and are rendered with lively expressions and dynamic poses. Their enduring appeal lies in their ability to convey joy, beauty, and a connection to the spiritual or ethereal, making them a beloved motif in decorative arts across centuries.

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