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French early 19th Century twelve light gilded chandelier attributed to Thomire

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An impressive gilt and patinated bronze French Empire chandelier with twelve lights, attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751–1843). Winged Victory figures wearing classical robes stand atop guilt spheres. Pierre-Philippe Thomire was a French sculptor, who became the most prominent producer of ornamental patinated and gilt-bronze objects and furniture mounts in the First French Empire period. Although trained as a sculptor, Thomire decided to follow his father into the profession of bronze caster. He had received his training in the workshop of Pierre Gouthière, the outstanding Parisian ciseleur-doreur working in the Louis XVI style, before establishing his own shop in 1776. In 1804 Thomire acquired the business of the marchand-mercier, Martin-Eloi Lignereux. The company employed a large workforce in a workshop at rue Boucherat and a showroom at rue Taitbout. From there Thomire retailed a large range of decorative objects inspired by antiquity including chandeliers, candelabra, extravagant centrepieces, clock cases and monumental Greek and Roman style urns and vases. Pierre-Philippe Thomire was the greatest craftsman of his age to work in gilt bronze. He was patronised by Louis XVI, Napoleon and Louis XVIII as well as foreign monarchy and aristocracy. Thomire’s fame and notoriety was then propelled to even greater heights after the Revolution when in 1806 he became the first bronzier to be awarded a gold medal at the Exposition des Produits de l’Industrie. In 1809 he won another gold medal and was also appointed ciseleur de l’Empereur. In addition to Napoleon himself, Thomire was patronised by the Emperor’s family and many foreign royal courts. Because of the large number of pieces Thomire supplied to the palaces, his firm became fournisseur de leurs majestés (Furniture Suppliers to their Majesties) two years later. His work represents some of the finest examples of the Empire design.

Attributed to:
Pierre-Philippe Thomire (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 43.31 in (110 cm)Diameter: 30.32 in (77 cm)
Power Source:
Hardwired
Voltage:
220-240v
Lampshade:
Not Included
Style:
Empire (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Ormolu
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Early 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1810
Condition:
Rewired: Chandelier has been recently rewired with E14 lamp holders. Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Southall, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU5808238481912

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