with three lights, with large foliate scrolls and flowers

Literature references:
- J.-D. Augarde, « Jean-Joseph de Saint-Germain, Bronzier (1719-1791), Inédits sur sa vie et son oeuvre », in L'Estampille L'Objet d'Art, n. 308, December 1996, pp. 62-82
- H. Ottomeyer et P. Pröschel, Vergoldete Bronzen, t. I, Munich, 1986, p. 141

Illustration is slightly too orange. Very attractive and impressive model, powerful, dynamic movement of the branches, unusual nozzles and drip pans, the three are of a different shape. Delicate chasing, quite naturalistic. Attractive ormolu gilding with expected wears particularly to the flat surface ; usual marks and stains. To recommend.
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The elaborate design of this pair of wall-lights, with coiling stem and branches, makes it a significant illustration of the Rocaille era creations. The nozzles and the drip-pans, the foliate and the scrolls, all different, demonstrate the vitality of Louis XV's style. The exceptional quality of the chasing enhanced by the mercury gilding, turn this pair of wall-lights into a beautiful example of the luminaire productions in mid-18th century, close to the production of Jean-Joseph de Saint-Germain (see J.-D. Augarde article).