Rare pair of leopard head wall brackets in the manner of Thomas Hope
Rare Pair of English Giltwood Brackets
$27,500
Description
A rare and unusual pair of English wall brackets circa 1825-30 of carved lions holding a circular top, dry stripped to original gilding.It is likely that the inspiration for these brackets is French and that they were likely carved by immigrant craftsmen in a non-traditional style as they strongly resemble the carved legs on tables known to be by the emigrant craftsman Louis Le Gaigneur. Ht. 19, Width10”, Depth 12
Additional information
Dimensions | 12 × 10 × 19 in |
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Condition | dry scraped to original gilt surface, very good antique condition |
Country | England |
Material | Giltwood |
Period | circa 1825 |