FRENCH OR NORTH ITALIAN LOUIS XVI WOOD GUERIDON

FRENCH OR NORTHERN ITALIAN LOUIS XVI CARVED AND GILDED WOOD GUERIDON WITH LATER ROUGE MARBLE INSET TOP 18TH/19TH C. H 31", DIA 20"The circular red marble top, with an intricate bronze gallery above a scrolling foliate frieze supported by three tapered accented legs, joined by curved stretchers with center carved urn. Attributes of this gueridon, especially the stretcher, appear to be influenced by the work of Weisweiler. The legs and feet show influence of Sené.
Dimensions: 20 x 31 in
Condition Report: Red marble top with bronze gallery are not original and likely added in the early 20th c.. Showing losses consistent consistent with a work of this age. None of the losses can be attributed to abuse. Original gold and silver leaf highlights remain. Marble top shows normal signs of age - no damage or repairs. D'ore bronze foot caps appear to be original or very early examples