Pair Of Ormolu Directoire Wall Lights With Caduceus And The Winged Petasos Of The God Mercury
A pair of ormolu Directoire sconces with two arms, supporting fluted candle nozzles. The branches are adorned with rosettes and scrolling acanthus leaves.
The sconces are dedicated to the god Mercury. In the centre his attributes are used — the large caduceus surmounted by the winged petasus.
Nicely chased. In good condition with good original gilding.
New electrification.
The sconces are dedicated to the god Mercury. In the centre his attributes are used — the large caduceus surmounted by the winged petasus.
Nicely chased. In good condition with good original gilding.
New electrification.
950 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Good condition
Material: Bronze
Length: 25 cm
Height: 41 cm
Depth: 10 cm
Reference (ID): 1458887
Availability: In stock
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