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Pair of French Empire Tôle Peinte Lamps, Red and Gilt, circa 1815
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Description
A pair of French Empire tôle peinte bough pots, circa 1815, each of square tapering form in a deep burgundy-red ground, decorated in gilt with a classical dancing figure holding a thyrsus and theatrical mask within a landscape, beneath a band of gilt anthemion and foliate scrollwork, raised on gilt paw feet and their original faux-marbre plinths (later overpainted black, the original decoration visible beneath). Mounted as lamps and set on later ebonized wood bases, with matching red hand-painted tôle shades. The painted surfaces with wear, flaking and losses consistent with age and use — see detailed images.
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More Information
Origin: France Period: 19th Century Materials: painted tole Condition: Good. condition consistent with age and use Creation Date: 1815 Number of Pieces: 2-3 Styles / Movements: Classical, Empire, Neoclassical Dealer Reference #: 1961 Incollect Reference #: 418916 -
Dimensions
W. 6 in; H. 27 in; D. 6 in; W. 15.24 cm; H. 68.58 cm; D. 15.24 cm;
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