Style Empire / Ref.5840
Empire period fireplace in Griotte Red marble, bronzes (attributed to Thomire)
Dimensions
Width 57'' ⅛ 145cm
Height 42'' ⅞ 109cm
Depth: 15'' 38cm
Origin:
French
This Empire period fireplace is made of Rouge Griotte marble, known for its deep color and highly prized under Napoleon I.
The gilded bronzes that adorn the fireplace are attributed to the bronzier Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843), renowned for his sculptures and his major role in the diffusion of the Empire taste (1804-1830). These finely chiseled ornaments represent busts of caryatids. These female figures generally support entablatures in ancient temples. Similarly, here they support the fireplace top and are placed above the jambs that recall the pillars of these ancient buildings. The simplicity of the decorations and the antique forms are indeed an ideal model in Empire period furniture.
The upper band is surmounted by a top that was possibly modified after the production of the fireplace.
Informations
Price: on request
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