19th Century French Gilt Bronze Billiard Table Ball Return Housed in its original ornate

Housed in its original ornate gilt metal frame

Light undulation to the paper consistent with age

a classic reference to the romantic pastoral ideals inspired by artists such as Claude Lorrain

the original calendar cards survive

Tear to the canvas along the side

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Billiard Table Ball Return Housed in its original ornateThis 19th century French gilt bronze billiard table ball return is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, expertly cast in the form of a majestic lion. Its intricate details capture the lion's regal presence, with its mouth cleverly designed to open upon a ball being dropped in the top. this one has been given a new life, mounted onto a wooden plaque for displaying CIRCA: 19th Century ORIGIN: France wear consistent with age. crack on back of wood plaque that