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Claude Galle - Pair of Directoire ormolu urns circa 1800

$11,085.50per set
£8,297.77per set
€9,400per set
CA$15,256.80per set
A$17,005.29per set
CHF 8,922.09per set
MX$207,662.36per set
NOK 112,973.11per set
SEK 106,776.78per set
DKK 71,559.42per 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)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • 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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