This French 19th century statue of the Virgin Mary is made of carved wood and is covered with thin layer of gesso and painted with polychrome. Mary is seen here crushing the Devil in the form of a serpent. The back is carved in the form of the Virgin’s head and hair, with her draped vestment, on the semi-circular stand, with stars. The statue rests on a square carved, gesso, and gilded base with leaves at top of each side, finally a Greek key design rests at the bottom of each side. 42" tall x 14" square: Statue 32" tall x 14 1/2" wide: Base 10 1/2" tall x 14" square
Price: $4,500
19th Century French Louis XV Bronze Chenets
Item Number: 387x
This magnificent pair of French Louis XV bronze chenets (andirons) date back to the 19th century. They feature patinated bronze putti, also known as cherubs, that rest on beautiful and immaculately cast bronze d’ore. The cherubs represent art and literature as one holds a hammer and chisel and the other a book. These would make a magnificent addition to any fireplace.
Price: $15,000 for the pair