Egyptian porphyry and bronze cup with cherubs

An imposing bowl made of red Egyptian porphyry with mouldings and gadroons, supported by three children fishing for shells in patinated bronze. One of them is sitting on a dolphin and blowing a conch shell. The lively base is strewn with shells and reeds. The group rests on a circular base, also in porphyry, encircled by pearls and laurel leaves in gilded bronze.
Late 18th century to early 19th century.
Height: 67,5 cm - Diameter: 42 cm.
Height: 26.57 in - Diameter: 16.53 in.