Pair of Impressive Neoclassical Gilt-Bronze Torcheres
second quarter 19th century, the eighteen-light torcheres with winged lion finials presiding over grape-molded and scrolled candle branches, raised on standards lushly decorated with putti, griffins and blackamoors, the bases with hippocampi frames.
h. 73", w. 18-1/2", d. 18-1/2"

In as-found condition. Both have numerous old repairs and missing elements. One has two arms broken off and one missing. Some of the arms are bent as well. One candle cup is off but present and the threaded rod is stripped. Another one has an old break with an internal rod added. The lower section of the base may have had bronze chains running from one figure to the next as there are ring holes on each figure. The other torchere has three broken arms and three missing. Some of the arms are slightly bent. One figure is missing at the base as well as any chains that may have connected them together. New Orleans Auction Galleries is pleased to issue an opinion of the condition of the property listed above. Please understand that New Orleans Auction Galleries employs no professional conservators. All statements in this condition report, or statements made verbally, purely our best opinions, not blanket statements of fact issued by this auction house. Prospective buyers should examine each lot so to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, importance, age, etc. Regardless of any statements made in this report, all lots are sold strictly "As Is" in accordance with section 2 of the Conditions of Sale. No returns will be accepted on the basis of condition.