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Pair of Carved Giltwood Sphinx and Griffin Form in Neoclassical Caricature

$3,500per set
£2,687.85per set
€3,080.24per set
CA$4,927.14per set
A$5,519.48per set
CHF 2,870.82per set
MX$67,326.27per set
NOK 36,549.30per set
SEK 34,463.39per set
DKK 22,990.09per set

About the Item

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 between red bole and gilding. Usual aging issues with giltwood, bleeding of red basecoat, nicks, dings, age cracks and other small losses to the form and finish. Distressed finish but in a pretty way. Repairs and touchups. Measurements in this listing are approximate as each is hand carved and configured differently. The taller of the two is given. Overall sturdy.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Width: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)Depth: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Later bases. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Nashville, TN
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU928435558732

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