Paire de grands guéridons porte-torchères en bois patiné et doré d'époque Empire, d'après un dessin de Percier et Fontaine

le fût cannelé à l'imitation du bronze patiné à décor de feuilles de lotus, branchages de laurier et palmes ; reposant sur une base triangulaire à rosettes, têtes de bélier et pattes de lion ;(probablement à l'origine avec un système d'éclairage au sommet)

Illustration is slightly too bright and clear. Interesting documented model. The overall condition is pretty fine with some refreshments to the painted decoration. Four minor chips overall particularly to the feet. Most probably at the origin with hight holder on top. Further information regarding the condition report for this lot is available on request. Please contact the department.
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Ce modèle de guéridon porte-torchère apparait dans l'édition de 1801 du Recueil de décorations intérieures de Percier et Fontaine. Sur le plateau reposait à l'origine une lampe Argand à deux becs ; la planche sur laquelle apparait ce dessin est intitulée : Détails et ajustements titrés de l'atelier de  Peinture du C. I... (pour Isabey)