Pair of neo-Renaissance stands

France

Circa 1880

Height : 114 cm (39 in.) ; Width : 33 x 35,5 cm (13 x 14 in.)

A very fine pair of Renaissance Revival natural oakwood stands. Each composed of a molded red Griotte marble top, resting on a fluted and tapering shaft. Adorned all over with carved piastres, garlands of fruits, a drapery and an ornamental strap-work cartouche on the front.