A pair of French Restauration bronze and ormolu chenets, the stepped plinths with pierced and chased anthemion and wreath mounts, surmounted by figures of recumbent sphinx -- 10¼in. (26cms.) wide. (2) | Christie's

Sale 4268

Fireplace Furniture and Light Fittings

London, South Kensington

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8 May 1991

Browse Sale

Lot 79

A pair of French Restauration bronze and ormolu chenets, the stepped plinths with pierced and chased anthemion and wreath mounts, surmounted by figures of recumbent sphinx -- 10¼in. (26cms.) wide. (2)

Price realised

GBP 1,650

Estimate

GBP 1,500 - GBP 2,000

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A pair of French Restauration bronze and ormolu chenets, the stepped plinths with pierced and chased anthemion and wreath mounts, surmounted by figures of recumbent sphinx -- 10¼in. (26cms.) wide. (2)
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