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Pair of 19th Century Ormolu Chenets in the Louis XVI Style

$24,387.43per set
£18,000per set
€21,061.81per set
CA$33,595.29per set
A$37,624.60per set
CHF 19,631.90per set
MX$459,568.35per set
NOK 249,774.91per set
SEK 235,442.79per set
DKK 157,181.71per set

About the Item

A pair of Louis XVI Style Chenets Constructed from finely cast and chased gilt bronze, these decorative firedogs with attenuated rectangular plinths are supported on oblate toupie feet, the corners dressed with rosettes flanking pierced panels, a large fluted column with laurel collar dressed with relief mandorlas of female Classical figures suspended from a lovers' bow and draped with floral garlands; surmounted by urns with flambeau finials, French, circa 1870.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Each item has undergone careful inspection and restoration by a conservation specialist in order to guarantee the original quality and integrity of the object. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 95671stDibs: LU954727099962

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