19th Century Pair of French Antique Louis XV Gilt Bronze Fireplace Chenets

Description

PAIR OF ROCOCO SCROLLING FOLIATE GILT BRONZE FIREPLACE CHENETS
Each stamped faintly on the reverse | France, circa second half … more PAIR OF ROCOCO SCROLLING FOLIATE GILT BRONZE FIREPLACE CHENETS
Each stamped faintly on the reverse | France, circa second half of 19th century
Item # 405MNV29P

An incredibly beautiful pair of fireplace chenets of the Louis XV style, the scrolling foliage is perfectly complimentary while avoiding any symmetry or replication in either side. The endless C-scroll form showcases cascades of acanthus leaves as the spill over one another - these are exquisitely chiseled and chased, the cross-hatched and hammered textures highlighting the foliage against the burnished and high polish elements. Both are stamped on the reverse very faintly and mostly illegibly. Very powerful visually.


Measurements: 15 1/4" H x 6" D x 11 1/2" W

Condition Report:
Rubbing and wear through the original gilding revealing the coppery and bronze hues beneath in many areas; tarnished and patinated; carefully cleaned and ready for a lifetime of use. less