Beautiful pair of Louis XV period mercury ormolu andirons. The two symmetrical pendant putti are seated on leafy scrolls. Circa: 1760
Andirons gave the opportunity to bronzemakers under Louis XV to display their utmost imagination, combining different rocaille motifs or imitating nature. Indeed, the ever-increasing concern for realism in the treatment of bronze reflects the desire to rival nature.
Condition report: Wear to gilding.
- Reference :
- 3358
- Width :
- 29 (cm)
- Height :
- 25 (cm)
- Depth :
- 12 (cm)
- Period:
- 19th century
- Style:
- Louis XV
- Materials:
- Gilded bronze
