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Pair of Bocage Candlesticks, Putti and Goats. Bow 1766

$13,500per set
£10,083.85per set
€11,690.62per set
CA$18,744.41per set
A$21,010.07per set
CHF 10,939.33per set
MX$256,541.99per set
NOK 138,889.73per set
SEK 131,654.97per set
DKK 87,224.69per set
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About the Item

A rare, possibly unique, pair of candlesticks in the form of putti, representing The Four Seasons. This is the pair pictured in Stonor’s book (#94); we’ve been unable to locate another complete pair. There are four putti in all, each representing one of the Four Seasons. The goats provide a link to Bachus, and symbolise joy and prosperity, all the year round. The pair is also unusual for having its full bocage. This would have been made by a jeweller, working with metal and porcelain flowers from various makers. The effect of these large and unusually complete candle holders is quite stunning. They are the height of Rococo design. Provenance: Taylor Collection, from Peter Foster; Stonor & Evans, NY; Leyland LeGanke.
  • Creator:
    Bow Porcelain (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Porcelain,Molded
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1766
  • Condition:
    Repaired: One with restoration to base, visible from underneath but not when on display. At least one flower a replacement but mostly they have survived well. Usual restoration to edge chips and such. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Melbourne, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 51791stDibs: LU3151314089071

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