Pair of five branch gilded Wall Lights with tied ribbon back
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Pair of five branch gilded Wall Lights with tied ribbon back
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Pair of five branch gilded Wall Lights with tied ribbon back:
the five leafy candle branches suspended from a ribbon tied in a bow; decorated with central floral bouquet and groups of budding fruit.
Circa 1880, and restored.
Height: | 16½" | - | 42.0cm |
Width: | 16¼" | - | 41.5cm |
Projection: | 8½" | - | 21.5cm |
Glossary Words
gilded, gilt
A very thin layer of gold applied to brass or bronze.
Second Empire
Refers to the reign of Napoleon III (1850-70) which had more flamboyant styles than 'Empire', with more curlicues. The Empress Eugénie revived the Louis XVI style, together with an eclectic mix of sources. Many of our gilt-and-glass French chandeliers are Second Empire.