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A PAIR OF LARGE GILT-BRONZE WALL LIGHTS, LATE 18TH/EARLY 19TH CENTURY, PROBABLY AFTER A DRAWING BY JEAN-LOUIS PRIEUR |
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Haut. 73 cm, larg. 55 cm ; height 28 3/4 in., 21 2/3 in.
with two curled-shaped light branches issuing from the bracket adorned with a ram head, oak leaves garlands and topped by a tripod vase
Provenance
Probably former collection of the dealer Jacques Seligmann
Literature
BIBLIOGRAPHIE P. Siguret, Lo Stile Luigi XVI, Milan, 1965, p.127
REFERENCE BIBLIOGRAPHIQUE
D. Augarde, "Jean-Joseph de Saint-Germain bronzier (1719-1791)", L'Objet d'art, décembre 1996
REFERENCE BIBLIOGRAPHIQUE
D. Augarde, "Jean-Joseph de Saint-Germain bronzier (1719-1791)", L'Objet d'art, décembre 1996
Condition
Please note that the lot is now dated second half of the 19th century. The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition. The gilding is tarnished and very slightly rubbed. It would benefit from a gentle cleaning. Very impressive model with a nice chasing.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
A pair of sconces signed by Jean-Joseph de Saint-Germain (one illustrated), formerly belonging to the gallery Didier Aaron, has a structure almost identical to ours, but with three lights and a lion muffle on the barrel. The composition evokes the drawings of his cousin, the ornamentalist and foundry master Jean-Louis Prieur where we find the imposing garlands, arms section square. The lion-headed model seems to be more widespread since it is found in various sales, Ader-Picard-Tajan, December 5, 1989, lot 92; Christies New York, November 5, 1989, lot 67 (signed), Picard study, December 21, 1994, lot 67; Köller gallery, December 3, 2008, lot 1211 then June 18, 2009, lot 1190.
The only pair with two lights and ram head identified, probably ours, is reproduced in P. Siguret, Lo Stile Luigi XVI, Milan, 1965 (Seligmann collection).
The only pair with two lights and ram head identified, probably ours, is reproduced in P. Siguret, Lo Stile Luigi XVI, Milan, 1965 (Seligmann collection).