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Pair of Bocage Candlesticks, Putti and Goats. Bow 1766
About the Item
A rare, possibly unique, pair of candlesticks in the form of putti, representing The Four Seasons. This is the pair pictured in Stonor’s book (#94); we’ve been unable to locate another complete pair.
There are four putti in all, each representing one of the Four Seasons. The goats provide a link to Bachus, and symbolise joy and prosperity, all the year round.
The pair is also unusual for having its full bocage. This would have been made by a jeweller, working with metal and porcelain flowers from various makers. The effect of these large and unusually complete candle holders is quite stunning. They are the height of Rococo design.
Provenance: Taylor Collection, from Peter Foster; Stonor & Evans, NY; Leyland LeGanke.
- Creator:Bow Porcelain (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Rococo (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Porcelain,Molded
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1766
- Condition:Repaired: One with restoration to base, visible from underneath but not when on display. At least one flower a replacement but mostly they have survived well. Usual restoration to edge chips and such. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Melbourne, AU
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