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Pair of Second Empire Ormolu or Gilt Bronze Sphinx on Bacchus Mask Plinths

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    Probably Mdme. Pompadour and Mdme. DuBarry caricatures, popular motif in the 19th century. On coral colored marble bases, and probably of architectural origin. Great color contrast b...
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  • Tall Pair of Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Wall Trophies or Appliques
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    Presents very well, each trophy( possibly a grand tour souvenir ) of matte lemony gilt with water gilt accents. The set an allegory to Arts, music , sciences, and architecture, Of c...
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  • First Empire Grand Tour Gilt Bronze Mounted Box with Apollo in His Chariot
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    The box a trinket or bon-bon box , adorned with bronze lid and Apollo in his sunburst adorned chariot , the sides with griffins , floral urns . Most likely and expensive gift or souvenir at the time of creation it is in original unaltered , unrestored condition . Quite a little gem. 6 inches long x 2 inches tall x 3.25 deep (front to back ) France circa 1810 In legend, the ancient Greek deity...
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  • Large Recumbent Giltwood Venus or Goddess Architectural Fragment
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    A giltwood carved figure or reclining lady or goddess. Well worn with gesso and red bole showing through out. Nicely carved and presents very well. Probably an architectural overdoor...
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  • Empire Style Mahogany Library Tub Fauteuil de Bureau or Desk Chair
    Located in Nashville, TN
    Of generous proportions and presence . The front mounted with well cast bronze mounts (of some size and weight ). The top with French interpretations of the Greek Caryatids (very att...
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  • Italian or French Giltwood Mirror with Putti or Cherubs in Lemon Gilt
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    An oval giltwood mirror with elaborate cresting of putti or cherubs amidst a festoon of intertwining ribbon and flowers. The bottom with hairy paw feet. The gilt a lemony color wit...
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