An antique 19th-century French rectangular Centerpiece. The pot is made of black tin and is held by a footed ormolu stand. The stand is an example of fine decorative metalwork, with ornaments of acanthus leaves and classical floral patterns, as well as figures of putti on chariots and dancing female figures. Ormolu is a gilding technique that was used predominantly in the 18th and 19th centuries. Antique Neo-Classical Decor Items For Interior Design.