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Attractive Pair of Bronze & Ormolu French Chenets
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Attractive Pair of Bronze & Ormolu French Chenets

19th century
Description

A fine pair of mid 19th century French bronze & Ormolu chenets in the Louis XVI style. Each with a patinated bronze seated figure of a cherub depicting Literature & Education. The stepped rectangular plinths with central ormolu drapery flanked by acanthus medallions. Regilded.

Height 13” (33cm)

Width 10 3/4” (27.5cm)

Depth 3 3/4” (9.5cm)

French

Circa 1860

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Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
27.5cm (10.83")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Declaration

Tim Saltwell Antiques has dated these French Bronze Ormolu Chenets to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1232345
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4630
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Description
A fine pair of mid 19th century French bronze & Ormolu chenets in the Louis XVI style. Each with a patinated bronze seated figure of a cherub depicting Literature & Education. The stepped rectangular plinths with central ormolu drapery flanked by acanthus medallions. Regilded.

Height 13” (33cm)

Width 10 3/4” (27.5cm)

Depth 3 3/4” (9.5cm)

French

Circa 1860

Please email or phone for any further details regarding delivery/postage quotes.

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
27.5cm (10.83")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Date of Manufacture

Tim Saltwell Antiques has dated these French Bronze Ormolu Chenets to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1232345
Dealers Internal Ref
4630
Tim Saltwell Antiques
Tim Saltwell Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018

Specialists in 19th century english & continental furniture

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A pair of dark patinated bronze putti figures seated atop rectangular bases featuring gilt drapery and ornate floral side appliques.
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Archive I A pair of dark patinated bronze putti figures seated atop rectangular bases featuring gilt drapery and ornate floral side appliques.

Attractive Pair of Bronze & Ormolu French Chenets

Archive II A pair of dark patinated bronze putti figures seated atop rectangular bases featuring gilt drapery and ornate floral side appliques. View II
Archive III A pair of dark patinated bronze putti figures seated atop rectangular bases featuring gilt drapery and ornate floral side appliques. View III
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Archive V A pair of dark patinated bronze putti figures seated atop rectangular bases featuring gilt drapery and ornate floral side appliques. View V
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Archive VII A pair of dark patinated bronze putti figures seated atop rectangular bases featuring gilt drapery and ornate floral side appliques. View VII
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A pair of dark patinated bronze putti figures seated atop rectangular bases featuring gilt drapery and ornate floral side appliques.
Attractive Pair of Bronze & Ormolu French Chenets
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A pair of dark patinated bronze putti figures seated atop rectangular bases featuring gilt drapery and ornate floral side appliques.
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Chenets, also known as fire dogs or andirons, are decorative metal supports placed at the front of a hearth opening. Developed in France and refined throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, they served both to prevent burning logs from rolling into the room and as high-status ornamental embellishments.

Traditional French chenets were cast in heavy metals such as bronze, iron, and brass. Fine examples frequently feature mercury gilding (ormolu) contrasted against dark patinated bronze, assembled using threaded iron rods and square nuts characteristic of historic metalworking.

Authentic period pieces exhibit crisp hand-chased surface detailing, substantial weight, and evidence of hand-finishing on the reverse sides. Historic ormolu finishes display a soft gold depth with gentle wear near high-touch areas, rather than a uniform modern electroplated appearance.

While originally intended for active hearths, these sculptural bronze accents can be displayed inside decorative fireplace alcoves, styled atop a mantlepiece, or positioned on a console table to introduce historical texture and metallic contrast.

Maintain gilt and patinated surfaces by dusting regularly with a soft dry brush or microfiber cloth. Avoid liquid metal polishes, chemical solvents, or abrasive tools, as these permanently damage historic patination and delicate gilding.
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