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Pair of Mounted Gilded Altar Angels

About the Item

Fine pair of left and right, hand-carved, gessoed and 22-karat gold gilded, angels singing in adoration while in flight. Both later mounted on custom, Lucite stands. Originally from a grand altar.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1825
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Mounted at a later date on Lucite bases. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. There is some cracking and both sets of wings have been re-attached, probably due to breakage during initial removal from their setting. Gilding has been refreshed. Both pieces are structurally strong.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU85398097413

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