A Pair of Empire Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Brule-Parfums

manner of pierre-philippe thomire, 19th century
each openwork cover with an acorn finial above the body having a rim cast to show grape bunches and a continuous band of classically draped figures, further mounted with ram masks, raised on a stepped square plinth mounted with opposing griffins flanking a flaming urn.
Height 26 1/2 inches.

Provenance:
O'Hara's Gallery, Chicago

Each in overall good condition without dents, loss or repair. Having fairly even patinas throughout, some minor surface wear. Mid-Late 19th Century.
Additional images available upon request.