A PAIR OF EGYPTIAN REVIVAL GILT BRONZE ORMOLU MOUNTED LACQUERED PEDESTALS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, the turned circular dished tops with parcel gilt paint decoration centering a leather pad on a turned vasiform support with fleur-de-lis shell fan ormolu mounts on an ormolu mounted base with three lions with integral rings in their mouths, above a suspended floriform finial over a turned ormolu mount surmounted by an eagle, joining three shaped legs surmounted by Egyptian mask finials joined by chain swag, above ram's heads and cabochon foliate cartouche mounted knees and ormolu cloven feet, on a tripartite base with flat bun feet centering a rosette medallion, now in black lacquer paint. Height: 43 1/2" Diameter: 15"

There is evidence of a later paint application and some added elements. One repair is observed to one leg, and some ormolu and/or chain is now lacking. Overall there are minor dents and general light wear noted throughout. A veneer loss is observed at the base, otherwise in very good condition, wear commensurate with age and use. Houston Auction Company/Simpson Galleries, LLC strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Houston Auction Company/Simpson Galleries, LLC regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Houston Auction Company/Simpson Galleries, LLC. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS.