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Rare Pair of Louis XIV Gilt Bronze Andirons 'Chenets'

About the Item

Each with a different flying dragon raised on a scrolling base ending in a flaming urn.

Dimensions:

Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Depth: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 2

Style:

Louis XIV (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

18th Century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor rubbing to gilding and rusting to iron.

Seller Location:

Kittery Point, ME

Reference Number:

Seller: 20211stDibs: LU837612704921

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