{"product_id":"pair-of-gilt-bronze-cherub-architectural-mounts-or-furniture-ornaments","title":"Pair of Gilt Bronze Cherub Architectural Mounts or Furniture Ornaments","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAdditional Description:\u003cbr\u003eA charming pair of heavy cast gilt-metal cherubic figures modeled as seated winged putti in animated poses. Each figure is sculpted with softly modeled youthful features, curled coiffures, feathered wings, and flowing drapery gathered around the waist. Their raised arms and dynamic seated postures suggest they were originally mounted as decorative appliqués or ornamental mounts on a larger object such as furniture, mirrors, sconces, beds, frames, or architectural décor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe figures retain a warm aged gilt-bronze toned surface with darker patinated recesses emphasizing the sculptural detail. Small mounting holes appear within the wings and backs, reinforcing their original function as mounted decorative elements. The substantial weight and casting quality give the pair an impressive tactile presence despite their relatively compact scale.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEra:\u003cbr\u003eLate 19th to early 20th century.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistory:\u003cbr\u003eCherubic and putti figures were highly favored decorative motifs in European decorative arts from the Renaissance onward and saw strong revival popularity during the Rococo Revival, Baroque Revival, and Belle Époque periods. Mounted gilt-metal cherubs frequently adorned luxury furnishings, mirrors, clock cases, sconces, and ecclesiastical decorative objects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese figures likely once formed part of a larger ornamental composition and were intended to add movement, romance, and theatricality to an interior setting inspired by French and Continental European decorative traditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance:\u003cbr\u003eLikely Continental European or French-inspired decorative mounts; exact maker unknown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials:\u003cbr\u003eHeavy cast metal with gilt-toned finish and aged patination.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003eEach approximately 6” H x 3” W x 3” D.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisclaimers:\u003cbr\u003eVintage to antique condition with age-related wear including rubbing to gilt finish, oxidation\/patina variation, surface scratches, casting irregularities, small areas of wear and pitting, and evidence of former mounting use. Scattered small losses and wear consistent with age and removal from a larger object.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48474779156735,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/8780\/4927\/files\/21b392b9-56f5-40fd-9a8c-941ad3c2ddff.png?v=1777521444","url":"https:\/\/forthelouvreofantiques.com\/es\/products\/pair-of-gilt-bronze-cherub-architectural-mounts-or-furniture-ornaments","provider":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}