Pair of French Régence Style Bronze Lion Chenets

Late 19th - early 20th century, manner of Victor Paillard (French, 1805-1886), patinated bronze rampant lions mounted atop a gilt brass or bronze paw footed stand, with acanthus and gadroon decoration.

16 x 13 1/2 x 7 1/2 in.

From a Prominent Collector, Aiken, South Carolina

Some areas of light verdigris; rubbing to the patina; without iron log rests; small tear at the posterior terrace edge; old but likely replaced screws to underside.