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Pair of Louis XVI Style Gilt- Bronze Four-Lights After Gouthiere, 1890-1900

Creator: Pierre Gouthière (Attributed)
Offered by: ABC Pascal

Description
Pair of Louis 16 and 4 arms gilt bronze sconces
Condition of use and oxydations
E14 flame bulbs
Measures: 144 X 32 X 20.5 cm
Pierre Gouthière (1732-1813) son of a saddle maker, rose to become the most famous Parisian bronze chaser and gilder of the late 1700s, receiving commissions from some of the leading connoisseurs of his day. Like many successful apprentices, he married the widow of his first employer and took over his establishment. Success came quickly, and in November 1767 he received the title of doreur du roi (Gilder to the King) from Louis XV. Gouthière also supplied works to the Comte d’Artois, the Marquis de Marigny, and the marchand mercier Dominique Daguerre, among others. Gouthière was a master of chasing and invented a new type of gilding that left a matte finish. He combined polished with matte finishes to create varied effects on the surfaces of his bronzes. He made many types of objects, including furniture mounts, ornaments for mantelpieces and coaches, and mounts for porcelain or marble vases.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Bronze,Patinated
Condition:	Fair. Wear consistent with age and use. condition of use . Nature.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	629604

Dimensions

W.	12.6 in;	H.	56.7 in;	D.	7.88 in;
W.	32 cm;	H.	144.02 cm;	D.	20.02 cm;

Message from Seller:

While training as a chemist and working in scent creation at Rochas Parfums, Pascal Weitz developed his taste for beauty, colors, perfumes and textures. And then, more than 35 years ago he discovered his true passion in the profession of antique dealer, starting out in a booth at the Flea Market on rue l’Ecuyer. With a partner in curating in all materials, he invested in the Paul Bert and Serpette Markets in 1998 and Biron in 2013, became an active member of the Amicale des Puces.