Henri Picard Pair Of Gilt And Patinated Bronze “aux Vestales” Lamps Signed

Henri Picard Pair of large lamps in chiseled, gilded and patinated bronzes "aux vestales" Superb quality of manufacturing, chasing and gilding, faithful to the productions of this famous bronze maker. The two lamps are signed H. Picard under the base Napoleon III period Excellent condition Electrification works Height without lampshade: 49 cm Total height with new red lampshade: 73 cm, diameter 40 cm Henri Picard, famous and prestigious bronzier gilder in Paris, 6 rue de Jarente, then rue de la Perle between 1831 and 1864. He was a supplier to Emperor Napoleon III who ordered decorative objects from him for his apartments at the Louvre. He was known for the quality of his production of table pieces and fireplace surrounds. An important pair of Henri Picard candelabra with twelve lights is kept at the Louvre Museum.