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Rare, Early 19th Century, Gilded Presentational Cherubim

circa 1825

$15,500
£11,522.49
€13,489.09
CA$21,677.88
A$24,203.92
CHF 12,625.42
MX$297,623.25
NOK 159,348.59
SEK 150,021.09
DKK 100,628.67
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About the Item

Fine pair of left and right, hand-carved, gessoed and 22-karat gold gilded, Italian presentational angels singing in adoration while in flight. Both have been mounted on custom, Lucite stands. Originally from a grand altar.
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1825
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    There is some cracking and both sets of wings have been re-attached, probably due to breakage during initial removal from their setting. Gilding has been refreshed. Both pieces are structurally strong.
  • Gallery Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2563212572282

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