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Louis XVI Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Chenets Allegorical of Winter

About the Item

A Fine Pair of Louis XVI Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Chenets Allegorical of Winter. Each chenet is formed as seated putto clad in drapery, on shaped gilt-bronze plinth bases with acanthus panelled borders and raised on toupie feet. French, Circa 1870.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)Depth: 8.27 in (21 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Gilt,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Brighton, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: B734021stDibs: LU1028035175062

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