An important pair of two-light sconces in chased and gilded bronze, the geometric plates topped with large bows and two entwined snakes, decorated with friezes of pearls, branches and garlands of grained laurel held by a rosette. The arms with a Greek motif adorned with acanthus leaves and supporting the gadrooned bobèches and foliate binnacles. Probably Russian work from the late 18th century Height: 64.5 cm - Width: 28.5 cm