A pair of Louis-XV Appliques
A pair of Louis-XV Appliques
Probably Dresden, ca 1750/60
Cast bronze, engraved and fire gilded
39,5 cm
Naturalistically formed branches and oak leaves grow out of a trophy shield that is decorated with hunting symbols. The symbolism, a tribute to hunting, is based on sketches by Gilles-Marie Oppenort (Paris 1672 – 1742).
Prov.: Collection Kurt Habermacher, Lucerne Switzerland.
Prov.: Collection Kurt Habermacher, Lucerne Switzerland.
