Pair of Italian porcelain and gilt bronze sconces by Pauly & Co
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Description
Pair of Italian porcelain and gilt bronze sconces by Pauly & Co
Italian, early 20th Century
Height 77cm, width 40cm, depth 13cm
This fine pair of sconces is by the Venetian firm Pauly & Co. Each sconce features a gilt bronze frame, composed of a ribbon-tied crown, a central foliate wreath, a trailing acanthus leave lower section, and twin scrolled candleholder branches. The central foliate wreath of each is inset with a circular porcelain plaque, the plaque of each sconce delicately painted with a Renaissance style figurative scene within an ornate parcel gilt border. The pair is a superb example of the work of Pauly & Co.
Artist/maker: Pauly & Co. (Italian, founded 1902) -
More Information
Documentation: Signed Origin: Italy Period: 1900-1919 Materials: Ormolu, porcelain. Styles / Movements: Traditional Dealer Reference #: 16265 Incollect Reference #: 403009 -
Dimensions
W. 15.75 in; H. 30.31 in; D. 5.12 in; W. 40 cm; H. 77 cm; D. 13 cm;
Message from Seller:
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