Antique French Empire Egyptian Revival Gilt Wood Candle Sconces - a Pair

Description

A most impressive pair of French Napoleon III Second Empire Period Egyptian Revival style gessoed, gilded and polychrome painted wood … more A most impressive pair of French Napoleon III Second Empire Period Egyptian Revival style gessoed, gilded and polychrome painted wood and gilt metal foliate scroll arm nine light
candle sconces.

Hand-crafted in France, most likely Parisian work, circa 1870s, exceptionally executed sculptural form, very high quality, extremely impressive statement pieces

Dimensions: (approx)
36" High, 22" Wide, 10.5" Deep (each)

Provenance/Acquisition:
Acquired from reputable auction house, Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas. Furniture & Decorative Arts Signature Auction catalog

Condition Report:
Beautifully aged distressed patina, both examples are in good condition, with typical rubbing, wear and oxidation to the gilt surfaces, and some losses and wear to the gesso. less