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Large French Empire Gilt Bronze and Crystal Sconce Attributed to Thomire

$8,500
£6,426.78
€7,524.39
CA$12,093.39
A$12,301.19
CHF 7,059.63
MX$147,874.70
NOK 82,350.26
SEK 83,125.52
DKK 56,251.65

About the Item

A highly unusual large scale single French Empire wall sconce, the bronze having the finest chasing and gilding ever produced. A winged cupid rides a large cornucopia from which a number of cut crystal flowers and stems germinate. The elaborate cupid and the cornucopia are attached to a circular wall disc. The cupid holds aloft three candle arms now electrified.
  • Attributed to:
    Pierre-Philippe Thomire (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1825
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4631229512142

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