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Pair Of Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces
An elegant pair of finely chased and gilded bronze Louis XVI style wall sconces, each with two lights.
They are adorned with a ribboned bow at the top and stems ending in sculpted acorns at the bottom.
A central scroll, imitating a vegetal tie, terminates in flared sockets with molded edges. Acanthus and oak leaves add relief to the design.
The reverse side has a beautiful antique patina and bears the initials "YD" or "VD" and the number 28, probably a foundry mark.
I note traces (holes in the cups: see photos) of former electrification.
A hanging ring is attached to the back.
Height: 41 cm
Width: 19.5 cm
Period: end of XIX or begening of XX
Provenance: France Good overall condition, some wear to the gilding.
*Not electrified.
Magali Tuech Antiquités à Castillon du Gard
They are adorned with a ribboned bow at the top and stems ending in sculpted acorns at the bottom.
A central scroll, imitating a vegetal tie, terminates in flared sockets with molded edges. Acanthus and oak leaves add relief to the design.
The reverse side has a beautiful antique patina and bears the initials "YD" or "VD" and the number 28, probably a foundry mark.
I note traces (holes in the cups: see photos) of former electrification.
A hanging ring is attached to the back.
Height: 41 cm
Width: 19.5 cm
Period: end of XIX or begening of XX
Provenance: France Good overall condition, some wear to the gilding.
*Not electrified.
Magali Tuech Antiquités à Castillon du Gard
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