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Eleven Mascarons, France 19th century
Brass and gilt brass
From 11x9 cm to 19x20 cm
Amusing collection of mascarons in eclectic taste, probably made in the 19th century. Possibly decorations of furniture or cabinets in Empire style.
The smallest mascaron depicts a Bacchus, two large ones, Hercules with a lion skin and winged head of a goddess, a group of five features a female heads surrounded by ribbons and pearls.
A delightful and decorative collection.
Literature:
Enrico Colle, Angela Griseri e Roberto Valeriani, I Bronzi Decorativi in Italia - Electa, Milano, 2011 (see especially the chapters about the 19-century Eclecticis)
€ 1.500,00 / 2.000,00
Estimate
€ 750,00
Starting price
Live auction 269
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Palazzo Caetani Lovatelli, tue 19 September 2023
SINGLE SESSION 19/09/2023 Hours 16:00