Large Pair of Ceramic Gas Lamps with Putti Caryatids Sèvres-Minton,
France, Early 19th Century
A striking and rare pair of tall ceramic gas lamps, each supported by a sculptural base formed of two finely modelled putti caryatids, depicted reclining amidst foliage and seashells. The turquoise-glazed baluster bodies are adorned with hand-painted botanical motifs and surmounted by ornate gilt-bronze mounts and opaline glass shades.
Height: 90 cm
