"Important Pair Of Wall Lights With 3 Branches In Gilt Bronze, Napoleon III - Mid-19th Century"
Pair of gilt bronze sconces from the Napoleon III period with three arms of light and decorated with royal portraits accompanied by fleur-de-lys. These sconces have an openwork wall part, richly carved with historical attributes representing the profiles of a crowned queen and king, facing each other. These are highlighted on a medallion topped with a crown with a cross and surrounded by laurels. Weapons, flags and bows intertwine with garlands of flowers. In the center, two small angels overhang 3 fleur-de-lys. Below, a mask is surrounded by a snake and outstretched wings. In the lower part, three large volutes form three candlesticks whose candlesticks with plant motifs are finely chiseled. Rare and rich in ornamentation, these wall lights will adorn the wall of your choice in an elegant and refined way. ******** Period: Napoleon III Very good condition. Shipping with careful packaging and appropriate protection. Dimensions: Height: 42 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 13 cm Weight of the pair: 3 kg Ref: 260123