Pair of Baroque style ormolu wall mirrors with lights

£8,500

The superb mirrors in this pair, each wrought in the Baroque style from ormolu, feature the addition of scrolling light branches that hold candles.

 

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Description

The mirrors in this pair are crafted from ormolu in the ornate Baroque style. Each mirror - or applique - features a richly formed ormolu frame in the shape of a cartouche, with the frame profusely moulded with scrolling foliate forms, sprouting leaves, and scallop shells.

The crown of each mirror is centred with a winged cherub rendered alto-relievo, while the bottom of each is affixed with twin light branches. Each scrolling branch moulded with elaborate foliate forms. Each branch terminates in a single candle holder above a foliate drip pan.

The gilding is radiant, bright, and in outstanding condition. When illuminated with candles or other lightings it glows with a magnificent light, instantly evocative of Italian Baroque spaces or palaces, especially in the glow of evening. 

Details

Country of Origin
French
Date of Manufacture
Late 19th Century
Period
Late 19th Century
Style
Baroque
Material
Mirror, Ormolu (Gilt Bronze)
Colour
Gold

Dimensions

Height
68 cm / 26.8 inches
Width
39 cm / 15.4 inches
Depth
17 cm / 6.7 inches

Reference:
9898

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