A pair of large bronze sconce lanterns, formerly gilt, repainted in grey-black. The plate depicting a lion's head with a heraldic forearm holding a leafy torch supporting the octagonal lantern decorated with friezes of ribbons and twisted pearls or flower buds, and topped by a crown. Second half of the 19th or beginning of the 20th century. Electrified, with a socket, reported. With two white frosted glass globes in the shape of flames, later. Total height: about 150 cm. Wear to the paint. Globes cracked, with many chips at their base.
Estimate
€3,000 - €4,000
Result
€3,800
Buyer's premium
24%
A pair of large bronze sconce lanterns, formerly gilt, repainted in grey-black.
The plate depicting a lion's head with a heraldic forearm holding a leafy torch supporting the octagonal lantern decorated with friezes of ribbons and twisted pearls or flower buds, and topped by a crown.
Second half of the 19th or beginning of the 20th century.
Electrified, with a socket, reported.
With two white frosted glass globes in the shape of flames, later.
Total height: about 150 cm.
Wear to the paint.
Globes cracked, with many chips at their base.
Sale
Friday 1 October 2021・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 6 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris