Andiron - Gilt bronze
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This pair of French fireplace andirons in gilt bronze dates from 1850–1900 and is in the Louis XVI style.
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Description from the seller
Magnificent and elegant pair of Louis XVI-style fireplace andirons (19th century). Made in gilded bronze with original patina and their rear iron fireplace bars, these andirons perfectly illustrate the decorative repertoire and the finesse of execution of the Neoclassical style under Louis XVI's reign.
Decorative Elements & Features
Top section: Pinecone-shaped terminus resting on an openwork obelisk, adorned with floral rosettes.
Central section: Superb lion-head mascaron holding a movable ring in its mouth.
Base: Feet sculpted with volutes and stylized claws, providing great stability and a majestic character.
Technical details
Type of object: Pair of fireplace andirons / hearth fires
Period: 19th century (Louis XVI style)
Materials: Gilded bronze, engraved brass and wrought iron
Condition: Very good overall original condition. Beautiful patina preserved with slight signs of use and natural oxidation in keeping with age (see detailed photos). Solid and complete with its rear bars.
Magnificent and elegant pair of Louis XVI-style fireplace andirons (19th century). Made in gilded bronze with original patina and their rear iron fireplace bars, these andirons perfectly illustrate the decorative repertoire and the finesse of execution of the Neoclassical style under Louis XVI's reign.
Decorative Elements & Features
Top section: Pinecone-shaped terminus resting on an openwork obelisk, adorned with floral rosettes.
Central section: Superb lion-head mascaron holding a movable ring in its mouth.
Base: Feet sculpted with volutes and stylized claws, providing great stability and a majestic character.
Technical details
Type of object: Pair of fireplace andirons / hearth fires
Period: 19th century (Louis XVI style)
Materials: Gilded bronze, engraved brass and wrought iron
Condition: Very good overall original condition. Beautiful patina preserved with slight signs of use and natural oxidation in keeping with age (see detailed photos). Solid and complete with its rear bars.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Country of origin
France
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
25 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
38 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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