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19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Cherub Chandelier after Pierre Gouthiere

$74,850
$125,00040% Off
£55,909.37
£93,369.0240% Off
€64,817.99
€108,246.4840% Off
CA$103,927.35
CA$173,559.3840% Off
A$116,489.18
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CHF 60,652.50
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NOK 770,066.38
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About the Item

A palatial and superb quality French, 19th century Louis XVI style ormolu figural six-light chandelier with figures of cherubs, after the model by Pierre Gouthiere in the cabinet doré for Marie-Antoinette at the royal palace of Versailles. The finely chased elaborate and ornate gilt bronze body with scrolling arms surmounted with acanthus and rosettes issuing from the center fluted stem, decorated with three seated cherubs playing trumpets, below a classical burning torch, all suspended with three ornate gilt bronze chains, circa Paris, 1870-1880. Note: The original model of this chandelier by Pierre Gouthiere is illustrated by H. Ottomeyer et al., p. 238, fig. 4.4.1. The design for the chandelier is also illustrated in the aforementioned literature, p. 238, fig. 4.4.2., which is now in the Museé des Arts Décoratifs. Measures: Height: 62 inches (157.5 cm). Width: 32 1/2 inches (82.6 cm). Note: The images of the Cabinet doré of Marie-Antoinette at The Palace of Versailles as well as the black and white photo of the original chandelier at Versailles are courtesy of Wikipedia.
  • Similar to:
    Pierre Gouthiere (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 62 in (157.48 cm)Diameter: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870-1880
  • Condition:
    Rewired. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Overall original condition is very good with minor rubbing on the gilt. Wired for electricity. Prior to installation the entire electrical wiring system and structure must be inspected, verified and approved by a licensed electrical contractor.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A19721stDibs: LU179624081573

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