A Pair of Late Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Ewers
A Pair of Late Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Ewers
Attributed to Claude Galle, Paris, Circa 1790-1800
depicting cockerels at the top of each handle and bacchante heads at the base.
Height 14 1/4 x width over handle 7 x depth 4 inches.
This lot is located in Chicago.
Property from a Private Chicago Collection European Furniture & Decorative Arts The pair appearing in overall good, stable, and ready to place condition. The gilt bronze is bright and attractive, having only a few minute spots of oxidation. The gilding shows signs of hand-burnishing and is possibly original, but uncertain as it has a bright, even gold color. Minor surface scuffs and scrapes consistent with age and use. Some of the mounts are slightly loose; would benefit from tightening. Additional images are available upon request.
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A Pair of Late Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Ewers
Attributed to Claude Galle, Paris, Circa 1790-1800
depicting cockerels at the top of each handle and bacchante heads at the base.
Height 14 1/4 x width over handle 7 x depth 4 inches.
This lot is located in Chicago.
Property from a Private Chicago Collection European Furniture & Decorative Arts The pair appearing in overall good, stable, and ready to place condition. The gilt bronze is bright and attractive, having only a few minute spots of oxidation. The gilding shows signs of hand-burnishing and is possibly original, but uncertain as it has a bright, even gold color. Minor surface scuffs and scrapes consistent with age and use. Some of the mounts are slightly loose; would benefit from tightening. Additional images are available upon request.
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