Sculpture, Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Winged Sea-Sphinxes – 19th Century - 13 cm - Gilt bronze
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Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Winged Sea-Sphinxes – 19th Century
Exceptional matching pair of solid bronze winged sea-sphinxes, executed in the French Empire style of the 19th century.
Beautifully fire-gilded, with a superb aged patina and the rich character expected from genuine period bronze. The sculptural combination of the sphinx body, wings and mythological sea-creature elements is particularly striking, making these pieces highly decorative and collectible.
The Empire style was the French interpretation of Neoclassicism, flourishing during the early 19th century and strongly influenced by ancient Greek and Roman art, mythology and monumental architecture. Bronze objects of this quality were often used as prestigious architectural and interior-decorative elements.
A heavy and substantial pair, weighing approximately 2.85 kg combined. They can be displayed together as intended or incorporated individually into a refined interior.
Details
Style: French Empire / Neoclassical
Material: Solid bronze
Finish: Fire-gilded bronze
Subject: Mythological winged sea-sphinxes
Dimensions: approx. 13 x 15.5 x 8 cm each (h x w x d)
Weight: approx. 2.85 kg combined
Condition: Excellent antique condition with beautiful original patina and signs of age consistent with their period.
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Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Winged Sea-Sphinxes – 19th Century
Exceptional matching pair of solid bronze winged sea-sphinxes, executed in the French Empire style of the 19th century.
Beautifully fire-gilded, with a superb aged patina and the rich character expected from genuine period bronze. The sculptural combination of the sphinx body, wings and mythological sea-creature elements is particularly striking, making these pieces highly decorative and collectible.
The Empire style was the French interpretation of Neoclassicism, flourishing during the early 19th century and strongly influenced by ancient Greek and Roman art, mythology and monumental architecture. Bronze objects of this quality were often used as prestigious architectural and interior-decorative elements.
A heavy and substantial pair, weighing approximately 2.85 kg combined. They can be displayed together as intended or incorporated individually into a refined interior.
Details
Style: French Empire / Neoclassical
Material: Solid bronze
Finish: Fire-gilded bronze
Subject: Mythological winged sea-sphinxes
Dimensions: approx. 13 x 15.5 x 8 cm each (h x w x d)
Weight: approx. 2.85 kg combined
Condition: Excellent antique condition with beautiful original patina and signs of age consistent with their period.
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Empire
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Over 200 years old
No
Country of origin
France
Style
Antique
Material
Bronze
Title of artwork
Pair of French Empire Gilt Bronze Winged Sea-Sphinxes – 19th Century
Condition
Good condition
Height
13 cm
Width
15.5 cm
Depth
8 cm
Weight
2.85 kg
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