Antique French Figural Musicians, After Peiffer — Spelter Sculptures, Former Lamps (Pair, 23”)

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Decorative pair of French musician figures in patinated spelter, after models by Auguste-Joseph Peiffer (1832–1886). The figures are hollow-cast and … Read more Decorative pair of French musician figures in patinated spelter, after models by Auguste-Joseph Peiffer (1832–1886). The figures are hollow-cast and modeled in flowing robes with expressive movement and fine surface detail, presenting strongly as a matched decorative pair.

Each figure stands approximately 23 inches high and is mounted on later plinth bases. The surfaces retain an overall dark patina with areas of age-consistent wear.

There is evidence of a historic lamp conversion, now inactive, with drilled openings visible at the base and body; no wiring remains.

Condition note: one figure’s guitar element has broken off and is currently detached. The piece is present and could be repaired if desired. Aside from this, both figures are structurally sound, stable, and display well.

Well-suited for use as console, mantel, or bookshelf sculptures, or for restoration/re-wiring as statement lamps if desired. Appropriate for traditional, eclectic, or transitional interiors. See less