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Bronze Sphinx Chenets
After PIERRE PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751 - 1843)
A fine pair of chiselled gilt bronze and patinated bronze "winged sphinxes", after the French sculptor Pierre Thomire. The winged sphinxes in black patinated bronze are lying on an oblong base in chased and gilt bronze. Decorated with a mask of Apollo with foliated scrolls and a frieze of egg and dart. The quadripod-shaped irons are enriched with a flame and a covered urn. Second half of the 19th century.
Dimensions, 36cm wide and 30cm high. Condition is very good overall. Some wear to the gilding. Preferred method of payment is by bank transfer (UK faster payment or to our €Euro account) which incurs no additional costs or charges.
We can provide free shipping to the UK on most smaller items. Depending on the item, Items may be sent from within the United Kingdom, thus eliminating any customs-related issues and providing a faster service.
Otherwise, postage and packaging is supplied at the best possible rate to the UK and the rest of the World. Packaging is carried out to the highest standards. However, if you wish to add insurance etc. please let us know..
NOTE There are no additional taxes or customs charges arising from shipping to EU countries.
SellerAylmer Fine Art
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Aylmer Fine Art
Private dealer
By appointment only
County Kildare
Ireland
Tel : 00353 876823288
Non UK callers : +353 876823288
A fine pair of chiselled gilt bronze and patinated bronze "winged sphinxes", after the French sculptor Pierre Thomire. The winged sphinxes in black patinated bronze are lying on an oblong base in chased and gilt bronze. Decorated with a mask of Apollo with foliated scrolls and a frieze of egg and dart. The quadripod-shaped irons are enriched with a flame and a covered urn. Second half of the 19th century.
Dimensions, 36cm wide and 30cm high. Condition is very good overall. Some wear to the gilding. Preferred method of payment is by bank transfer (UK faster payment or to our €Euro account) which incurs no additional costs or charges.
We can provide free shipping to the UK on most smaller items. Depending on the item, Items may be sent from within the United Kingdom, thus eliminating any customs-related issues and providing a faster service.
Otherwise, postage and packaging is supplied at the best possible rate to the UK and the rest of the World. Packaging is carried out to the highest standards. However, if you wish to add insurance etc. please let us know..
NOTE There are no additional taxes or customs charges arising from shipping to EU countries.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 23/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Period Mid Victorian Antiques
Material Bronze
Origin French
Item code as450a473
Status Sold
£3500.00
$4449.20
€4110.05
$
€
Conversion rates as of 23/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Shipping information
We will provide free shipping within the UK and Europe on most smaller items.
Otherwise, postage and packaging is supplied at the best possible rate to the UK and elsewhere.
Packaging is carried out to the highest standards.
Otherwise, postage and packaging is supplied at the best possible rate to the UK and elsewhere.
Packaging is carried out to the highest standards.
View all stock from
Aylmer Fine Art
By appointment only
County Kildare
Ireland
Tel : 00353 876823288
Non UK callers : +353 876823288
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