Lot 144
  • 144

A monumental pair of figural flambeaux French, circa 1900

Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
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Description

  • overall height 8 ft. 4 in.
  • 254 cm
modeled as young scantily clad companions, gilt and brown patinated bronze, rosso granite marble on later black marble pedestals. 

Condition

Overall in good original condition. Minor wear to patina to few places like top of head, arms and legs consistent with handling and touching. Light scratches and dents consistent with age. Tarnishing and traces of dirt to gilt-bronze mounts. Minor chips to marble edges.
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