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Style Louis XVI / Ref.10461

Pair of Louis XVI style andirons in patinated bronze and beautiful gilt bronze decoration depicting the attributes of the Arts

Dimensions:
Width: 12'' ⅝  32cm
Height: 17'' ⅜  44cm
Depth: 5'' ½  14cm

Origin:
France, 19th century.

Status:
In very good condition, with their aged patina.

This pair of Louis XVI style andirons was made in the 19th century.
The patinated bronze base highlights the rosette patterns and a beautiful carved gilt bronze decoration.
Around obelisks summoned with pineapples are arranged the attributes of Arts on a bed of roses.

On the left, music, poetry and literature are represented by trumpets, the crown of laurels and books. A compass completes the decor, evoking architecture.

To the right, a palette and its brushes symbolize painting, while the dance of a bacchante figure dance and theater. The architecture is still evoked by measuring tools.