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Pair of gilt-bronze mounted Sèvres porcelain lamp bases by Picard

Creator: Henri Picard
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Pair of gilt-bronze mounted Sèvres porcelain lamp bases by Picard
French, Late 19th Century
Height 52cm, width 21cm, depth 16cm

These superb pieces are a pair of Sèvres style porcelain lamps bases, mounted with gilt-bronze decorations and base by the renowned maker and bronzier Henri Picard (French fl. 1831-1864), well known for his collaborative work with the Sèvres porcelain manufactory, and who was the official supplier and gilder to Emperor Napoleon III.

Featuring on front and back painted scenes on a bleu celeste background, they are decorated with finely executed allegorical depictions of the four seasons, a common motif in fine art and painting, less so in the realm of decorative works, demonstrating the artistry and quality of these works. The lamps are based on a square plinth with splayed ormolu feet, fringed with foliate motifs and laurel wreaths, and mounted on the side with distinctive Classically-styled square handles.

Artist/Maker: Henri Picard

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Ormolu, Porcelain.
Creation Date:	Late 19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	17126
Incollect Reference #:	584273

Dimensions

W.	8.27 in;	H.	20.47 in;	D.	6.3 in;
W.	21 cm;	H.	52 cm;	D.	16 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.