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Claude Galle - Pair of Directoire ormolu urns circa 1800
$11,248.03per set
£8,291.91per set
€9,400per set
CA$15,562.82per set
A$16,886.44per set
CHF 8,957.94per set
MX$207,364.17per set
NOK 110,780.65per set
SEK 104,909.14per set
DKK 71,570.43per set
About the Item
A fine pair of ormolu amphora-shaped urns standing on marble pedestals, late 18th century or Empire period circa 1800. High end production attributed to French bronze maker Claude Galle : finely chiseled Empire friezes, gilt finish, two subtly shaped handles held by chimera heads (half lion / half goat fantastic animals).
Elegant neoclassical decoration pieces, stunning on a mantel piece or a large commode on either side of a clock.
Original mercury gilt has been very well preserved after over 200 years.
- Attributed to:Claude Galle (Metalworker)
- Dimensions:Height: 11.62 in (29.5 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)Depth: 3.35 in (8.5 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Empire (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1800
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Small, unobvious chips on the marble bases.
- Seller Location:GRENOBLE, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU7655245421162
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