This collection, French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Belle Époque Period Alabaster And Ormolu Urns, comprises a pair of outstanding and meticulously crafted French 19th century urns, echoing the Louis XVI style, symbolic of the Belle Époque period's opulence and artistic sophistication. These alabaster and ormolu urns rest upon exquisitely designed fluted bases made of the finest alabaster, their edges gracefully chamfered, presenting an allure of refined elegance. The bases are further enhanced by ornately crafted ormolu rosettes, offering a touch of decorative flourish alongside meticulously fitted scrolled foliate plaques that exude a sense of lush intricacy. A delicate yet pronounced wrap-around beaded band encircles each base, adding a layer of textured beauty.

Elevating the visual appeal of these urns, three elegantly curved supports emerge, each terminating in beautifully rendered hoof feet, a nod to the classical inspirations of the period. These supports are adorned with exquisite foliate designs, marrying both form and function in a display of artistic mastery. At the convergence of these supports, a captivating foliate finial commands attention, serving as a central point of artistic intrigue and complexity.

The urns' bodies are masterfully shaped, their contours flowing seamlessly into an array of impressively chased masks. These masks are finished with a dual technique of satin and burnish, achieving a depth of texture and richness of genuinely remarkable appearance. Surrounding these central figures, a splendid composition of palmettes and scrolled foliate movements captivates the eye, each detail painstakingly rendered to evoke a sense of movement and natural beauty. This is further complemented by a pierced wrap-around band adorned with intricately detailed swaging floral garlands and familial crests, each element telling a story of heritage and craftsmanship.

Crowning these magnificent urns is a stunning floral finial, its design spiraling upward in a mesmerizing, fluted pattern. This pattern, interwoven with delicate foliate movements, adds a final touch of elegance, making these urns not merely objects of decorative art but masterpieces that encapsulate the height of French artistic achievement during the Belle Époque period. Together, these elements combine to create urns that are visually stunning and rich in history and craftsmanship, a testament to the opulent beauty and intricate artistry of their time.