Pair of 19th century carved and gessoed wooden putti, angels, or cherubs. Each with gilt wings and loincloths.
Provenance: From the Estate of Horst Rechelbacher, Osceola, Wisconsin.
Horst Rechelbacher, the founder of Aveda and Intelligent Nutrients, was a pioneer in the field of safe and eco-friendly cosmetics. The same curiosity that led him to explore ways to improve the beauty industry led him to travel the world, collecting rare and beautiful objects as he went.Angel leaning left; height: 10 3/4 in x width: 12 in x depth: 11 in. Angel leaning right; height: 11 1/2 in x width: 12 1/2 in x depth: 8 in.
Condition
Wear throughout as expected from age and use. Paint losses throughout. The arm of one angel has come partially detached. There are splits to the wood throughout each angel. There are heavy losses to the fingers of each angel. The painted decoration has faded somewhat. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.
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