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Pair of Restoration Period Gilt and Patinated Bronze Wall Lights

About the Item

Dating from the Restauration period, these beautiful wall-lights combine a variety of stylistic influences to make a an exceptional pair of interior pieces. Each object features a winged putto descending from above, holding out a scrolling branch with two lights in each hand. The branches feature elaborate and profuse gilded decoration in acanthus leaves and floral motifs. The dark tone of the patinated bronze creates a pleasing contrast with the sumptuous gilding on the lights, the graceful movement of the putti matches and highlights the object's function purpose. They make an elegant and enviable pair indeed.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 17.33 in (44 cm)Depth: 13.39 in (34 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Restauration (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Gilt,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1825
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 135621stDibs: 130725956391
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