19th Century French Gothic Revival Andirons Mounted as Table Lamps - a Pair

Description

An imposing pair of antique French Victorian Gothic Revival chenets (andirons) fashioned as table lamps.

Exquisitely hand-crafted in France, 19th … more An imposing pair of antique French Victorian Gothic Revival chenets (andirons) fashioned as table lamps.

Exquisitely hand-crafted in France, 19th c., exceptionally executed Parisian work, most impressive large size, beautifully patinated gilt bronze and brass fireplace andirons in Neo-Gothic taste, featuring turned column with two pierced reticulated balls, grotesque lion mask with door knocker ring, rising on ornate acanthus topped stylized animal legs terminating in paw claw feet, mounted on a later rectangular wooden plinth base, surmounted by classical flame finials. circa 1860

Rare one-of-a-kind lighting, highly decorative and sculptural form, professionally electrified, these striking repurposed fireplace andiron table lamps are sure to become a focal point in any room!

Provenance / Acquisition:
The collection of oil magnate Jim Musselman. Musselman has an impressive track record of finding oil, leading multiple successful oil and gas ventures, including establishing Caelus Energy, JM Petroleum, founding partner of Kosmos Energy, Triton Energy, and various other oil explorations. He found accidental celebrity when he starred in the film Big Men, produced by Brad Pitt.

Acquired from the highly reputable auction house J. Garrett Auctioneers, Dallas, Texas. September 2021 The Musselman & Rigney Estates catalog

J. Garrett Auctioneers had the privilege of selling the contents of Mr. Musselman's Dallas, Texas mansion.

Dimensions: (approx)
Each: 37"h x 18"w X 18"d
With Shades: 37"h To Top Of Finial
Wooden Base: 16.5"w X 5.5"d X 2.25"h
Andirons: 20"h

Great condition overall with attractive antique patina to brass finish. Excellent working order. less