Pierre Philippe Thomire Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Pierre Philippe Thomire Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 20, 2024
Pierre-Philippe Thomire, gilded and chiseled bronze incense burner
Est: €20,000 - €30,000
France, 19th century, 58x26 cm., decorated with laurel leaves, palmettes and floral festoons, circular bowl with pods on a turned stem, triangular base with bronze applications and uprights with feral foot terminals, signed THOMIRE A PARIS on the base
Colasanti Casa d'Aste
Oct. 29, 2024
Following models of PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (Paris, 1751- 1843), XIX century. Pair of morillos with sphinxes. In gilded bronze and black patinated.
Est: €3,800 - €4,000
Following models of PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (Paris, 1751- 1843), XIX century. Pair of morillos with sphinxes. In gilded bronze and black patinated. Measurements: 31 x 36 x 10 cm. Sculptural bronze morillos: gilded on the pedestal, black patinated sphinxes. It is inspired by eighteenth-century models of the bronze sculptor Thomire. The pedestal rises on legs and has a waist with a careful decoration in relief based on masks, tendrils, flowers and bows. The sphinxes, worked in round, freely recreate Egyptian imagery, reflecting the Imperial taste for the hodgepodge of cultural references and the constant wink to periods and civilizations of great artistic splendor. In doing so, this pair of morillos echo the transition (visible in Thomire's late pieces) from neoclassicism to the exuberance of the Empire style, when he incorporated into his pieces decorative elements that reflected the opulence of the power of the Napoleonic regime. Philippe Thomire was a French sculptor known, above all, for his work in gilded bronze, thanks to which he became the leading caster in France at the end of the 18th century, with an important workshop established in 1775. His career saw a surprising improvement when he began assisting Jean-Claude-Thomas Duplessis, the artistic director of the Manufacture de Porcelaine de Sèvres, and, when the latter died in 1783, Thomire continued his work, creating the bronze mounts for works that combined it with porcelain. Such was his success that he continued to work during the French Revolution. In 1804 he expanded the business by buying the workshop of a cabinetmaker, which allowed him to work with furniture. He worked for Napoleon and also did so after the fall of Napoleon, retiring at the age of 72 and, even then, continuing to create sculpture (he exhibited at the Salon de Paris). Claude Michallon was a French sculptor trained at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, a student of Charles-Antoine Bridan (1730-1805) and Guillaume Coustou. In 1785 he won the grand prize for sculpture with a bas-relief representing Brutus. He studied at the Académie de France in Rome for six years, until 1791. When he returned to Paris, he received commissions for colossal statues and won several prizes awarded by the Committee of Public Information. He competed for several projects in Paris. Claude Michallon presented his marble group d'Aconce et Cydippe at the Paris Salon in 1793, and created several models for watch cases, such as Cupid and Psychée. Among others, Pierre-Philippe Thomire cast bronzes closely following his models.
Setdart Auction House
Oct. 22, 2024
THOMIRE Pierre-Philippe (1751 - 1843). Attribué à. ART DÉCORATIF
Est: €800 - €1,200
Paire de vases Médicis en bronze doré et ciselé décorés d'une "Bacchanale" et d'une frise de "Feuilles d'acanthe" reposant sur une base quadrangulaire ornée d'appliques d'"Instruments de musique". Attribué à Pierre Philippe Thomire. Travail français. Epoque: XIXème. H.:+/-35cm.
Vanderkindere
Oct. 20, 2024
Pierre Philippe THOMIRE (1751-1843), d'après
Est: €2,600 - €2,800
Pierre Philippe THOMIRE (1751-1843), d'après PAIRE DE CANDELABRES AUX AMOURS En bronze doré et patiné, à deux bras de lumière en flèche, sur base cylindrique. Epoque Empire. Haut. 57 cm.
Osenat
Oct. 19, 2024
Pair of French Empire-Style Gilt Candelabra
Est: $100 - $200
Pair of French Empire-style gilt metal candelabra, early 20th century, in the manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843), modelled as Nike (Victoria), the winged symbol of Victory holding up a basket with three foliate accented candle arms standing on an orb symbolic of the globe, rasied on an acanthus motif square bases. [22" H x 10 1/2" W x 4 1/4" D]. Some bending, oxidation, marks, wear. Condition reports and requests for additional photos cannot be accepted on this lot; please bid accordingly. This is not an indication of good or bad condition.
Roland Auctions NY
Oct. 08, 2024
PIERRE PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751-1843) (GENRE)
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
A pair of 19th-century four-light ormolu and bronze Empire candelabra with winged caryatids. Description FR Paire de candélabres à quatre branches Empire du 19ème siècle en bronze doré et brun patiné figurant des cariatides ailées. Beschrijving NL Paar 19de-eeuwse vierarmige Empire kandelaars met gevleugelde kariatiden in verguld en bruin-gepatineerd brons.
Bernaerts Auctioneers
Oct. 08, 2024
After Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843). A pair of Regency French Empire five light candelabra
Est: £1,000 - £2,000
After Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843). A pair of Regency French Empire five light candelabra with ornate scrolling branches and figural stems modelled as Diana and Actaeon standing upon spheres and foliate motif baluster bases with stepped square feet, 25cm wide, 64cm high
Gorringes
Oct. 02, 2024
Pair of cups; Attributed PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751-1843). Mercury gilded bronze. They show slight wear.
Est: €2,500 - €3,000
Pair of cups; Attributed PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751-1843). Mercury gilded bronze. They show slight wear. Measurements: 41 x 12 x 12 x 12 cm (x2). Pair of decorative goblets completely made in mercury gilded bronze and decorated with fine chiseled floral theme, garlands and foliage. The cylindrical bases sit on a square base, as usual in the aesthetics of the period based on the pure lines of geometry. Several moldings run along the turned stem that gives way to the vessel or cup, which is obviously inspired by a classical vessel. The quality of the pieces invites one to think of the work of Philippe Thomire, a French sculptor known above all for his work in gilded bronze, thanks to which he became the leading caster in France at the end of the 18th century, with an important workshop established in 1775. His career saw a surprising improvement when he began assisting Jean-Claude-Thomas Duplessis, the artistic director of the Manufacture de Porcelaine de Sèvres, and, when the latter died in 1783, Thomire continued his work, creating the bronze mounts for works that combined it with porcelain. Such was his success that he continued to work during the French Revolution. In 1804 he expanded the business by buying the workshop of a cabinetmaker, which allowed him to work with furniture. He worked for Napoleon and also did so after the fall of Napoleon, retiring at the age of 72 and, even then, continuing with his creation in sculpture (he exhibited at the Salon de Paris). Claude Michallon was a French sculptor trained at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, a student of Charles-Antoine Bridan (1730-1805) and Guillaume Coustou. In 1785 he won the grand prize for sculpture with a bas-relief representing Brutus. He studied at the Académie de France in Rome for six years, until 1791. When he returned to Paris, he received commissions for colossal statues and won several prizes awarded by the Committee of Public Information. He competed for several projects in Paris. Claude Michallon presented his marble group d'Aconce et Cydippe at the Paris Salon in 1793, and created several models for watch cases, such as Cupid and Psychée. Among others, Pierre-Philippe Thomire cast bronzes closely following his models. They show slight wear.
Setdart Auction House
Aug. 24, 2024
Pair of French Empire-Style Gilt Candleabra
Est: $200 - $300
Pair of French Empire-style gilt metal candelabra, early 20th century, in the manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843), modelled as Nike (Victoria), the winged symbol of Victory holding up a basket with three foliate accented candle arms standing on an orb symbolic of the globe, rasied on an acanthus motif square bases. [22" H x 10 1/2" W x 4 1/4" D]. Some bending, oxidation, marks, wear
Roland Auctions NY
Jul. 24, 2024
PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE BRONZE CENTERPIECE
Est: $300 - $500
Pierre Philippe Thomire (French, 1759 - 1843). Bronze figural 8-light centerpiece. Signed on base.
Litchfield Auctions
Jul. 07, 2024
Pierre Philippe THOMIRE (1751-1843), d’après Pendule en bronze doré à d
Est: €6,000 - €8,000
Pierre Philippe THOMIRE (1751-1843), d’après Pendule en bronze doré à décor du char de Ganymède, le cadran à chiffres romains inscrit dans la roue, à décor d’aigles, aiguière et nuées ainsi qu’un buste de femme ailée. Le cadran signé de Simonet à Paris. Epoque Empire. H : 42 cm, L : 41 cm, P : 13 cm
Osenat
Jul. 02, 2024
Pierre Philippe Thomire, Paris 1751 - 1843 Paris, attributed, wall applique in the shape of a rhyton
Est: €1,000 - €2,000
Pierre Philippe Thomire Paris 1751 - 1843 Paris, attributed Wall applique in the shape of a rhyton Fire-gilt bronze Depth 22 cm, height 27 cm
Tiberius Auctions
Jun. 25, 2024
After Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843), a pair of Regency French Empire five light candelabra 25cm wide, 64cm high
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
After Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843), a pair of Regency French Empire five light candelabra with ornate scrolling branches and figural stems modelled as Diana and Actaeon standing upon spheres and foliate motif baluster bases with stepped square feet,
Gorringes
Jun. 01, 2024
Pair of French Empire-Style Gilt Candleabra
Est: $400 - $600
Pair of French Empire-style gilt metal candelabra, early 20th century, in the manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843), modelled as Nike (Victoria), the winged symbol of Victory holding up a basket with three foliate accented candle arms standing on an orb symbolic of the globe, rasied on an acanthus motif square bases. [22" H x 10 1/2" W x 4 1/4" D]. Some bending, oxidation, marks, wear
Roland Auctions NY
May. 27, 2024
Empire clock attributed to PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (Paris, 1751- 1843), after CLAUDE MICHALLON (Paris, 1752-1799). France, ca. 1805. "À l'amour couronné". Gilded bronze. In good condition. Sphere inscribed on the base.
Est: €25,000 - €28,000
Empire clock attributed to PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (Paris, 1751- 1843), after CLAUDE MICHALLON (Paris, 1752-1799). France, ca. 1805. "À l'amour couronné". Gilded bronze. In good condition. Sphere inscribed on the base. Measurements: 96 x 57 x 29 cm. Monumental Empire clock attributed to the bronze artist Pierre-Philippe Thomire, based on the prolific model made by the sculptor Claude Michallon. It is a piece with a stepped base on the upper part of which is the dial, with Roman numerals lacquered in black and bordered by a classic border. As in Michallon's model, on the body of the clock rest the figures of Cupid and Psyche worked in patinated bronze: Psyche places a crown on Cupid, while he brings his hand to her cheek in a delicate gesture full of love and tenderness. Formally, the position of the bodies stands out, denoting Michallon's savoir faire, as well as the careful detail of the modeling in the anatomy and in the qualities. The attribution of the design to Michallon (d. 1799) derives from an 1816 invoice by Feuchère for Würzburg in which he mentions this "pendulum of Psyché couronnant l'amour groupe modelé par feu Michallon". Pierre Philippe Thomire was a French sculptor known, above all, for his work in gilded bronze, thanks to which he became the leading caster in France at the end of the 18th century, with an important workshop established in 1775. His career saw a surprising improvement when he began assisting Jean-Claude-Thomas Duplessis, the artistic director of the Manufacture de Porcelaine de Sèvres, and, when the latter died in 1783, Thomire continued his work, creating the bronze mounts for works that combined it with porcelain. Such was his success that he continued to work during the French Revolution. In 1804 he expanded the business by buying the workshop of a cabinetmaker, which allowed him to work with furniture. He worked for Napoleon and also did so after the fall of Napoleon, retiring at the age of 72 and, even then, continuing with his creation in sculpture (he exhibited at the Salon de Paris). Claude Michallon was a French sculptor trained at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, a student of Charles-Antoine Bridan (1730-1805) and Guillaume Coustou. In 1785 he won the grand prize for sculpture with a bas-relief representing Brutus. He studied at the Académie de France in Rome for six years, until 1791. When he returned to Paris, he received commissions for colossal statues and won several prizes awarded by the Committee of Public Information. He competed for several projects in Paris. Claude Michallon presented his marble group d'Aconce et Cydippe at the Paris Salon in 1793, and created several models for watch cases, such as Cupid and Psychée. Among others, Pierre-Philippe Thomire cast bronzes closely following his models.
Setdart Auction House
May. 23, 2024
Attributted to PIERRE PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751-1843) - Large Neoclassical Surtout de Table
Est: €6,000 - €8,000
France, c.1820, Restoration period, large center plateau in gilded and chiseled bronze, neoclassical decoration with vegetal scrolls, pedestal with reserves with swans, oval shape with three mirrored elements. Case. Signs of use. Dim:54x152cm.
Marques dos Santos
Apr. 25, 2024
Manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843) French, a pair of large ormolu Empire figural centrepieces, each with three maidens supporting a pierced basket, on a cylindrical relief-decorated base, with three lion-paw feet, 47 cm high.
Est: £800 - £1,200
Manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843) French, a pair of large ormolu Empire figural centrepieces, each with three maidens supporting a pierced basket, on a cylindrical relief-decorated base, with three lion-paw feet, 47 cm high. Qty: (2)
Dawsons Auctioneers
Mar. 25, 2024
IN THE STYLE OF PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751 - 1843)
Est: €600 - €800
FRENCH WORK OF THE 19TH CENTURY, in the style of Pierre-Philippe THOMIRE (1751 - 1843) Centerpiece in gilt bronze in gilt bronze and removable round malachite top. Richly decorated with haloed female heads and garlands of flowers, on a four-legged base. Tray restored H : 14 cm D : 25 cm
Haynault
Mar. 15, 2024
Pierre-Philippe Thomire Mantle Clock
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Antique marble mantle clock attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 17511843) with probable date in first quarter of the 19th century. The shape of a Medici vase is decorated with Neo-Classical friezes containing ovals, palm fronds, leaves and garlands, and two women in ancient draped garments. The lid of the clock is finely perforated, with a pinecone on the top. The figure of Mercury is on the green marble base, which rests on four gilt feet. Examples of Thomire's work are displayed at the White House, Washington DC, the Louvre, France and the Royal Collection, Great Britain. Approx. dimensions 18 H x 7 W x 7 D exclusive of lid. This item has experienced some loss to finish, body is in need of structural tightening, and has some other loss in keeping with age. Corner of marble base is chipped. Clock has not been tested, but appears in overall good condition.
Keystone Auctions LLC
Jan. 31, 2024
PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751-1843). Pair of candlesticks. Gilded bronze and colorless glass.
Est: €14,000 - €16,000
PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751-1843). Pair of candlesticks. Gilded bronze and colorless glass. Measurements: 112 x 31 x 31 cm (x2). Pair of large candlesticks, which have an identical decoration. This one is structured by a square base in gilded bronze with shaft made in colorless and carved glass and set of lights in bronze. Philippe Thomire was a French sculptor known, above all, for his work in gilded bronze, thanks to which he became the leading caster in France in the late eighteenth century, with an important workshop established in 1775. His career saw a surprising improvement when he began assisting Jean-Claude-Thomas Duplessis, the artistic director of the Manufacture de Porcelaine de Sèvres, and, when the latter died in 1783, Thomire continued his work, creating the bronze mounts for works that combined it with porcelain. Such was his success that he continued to work during the French Revolution. In 1804 he expanded the business by buying the workshop of a cabinetmaker, which allowed him to work with furniture. He worked for Napoleon and also did so after the fall of Napoleon, retiring at the age of 72 and, even then, continuing to create sculpture (he exhibited at the Salon de Paris). Claude Michallon was a French sculptor trained at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, a student of Charles-Antoine Bridan (1730-1805) and Guillaume Coustou. In 1785 he won the grand prize for sculpture with a bas-relief representing Brutus. He studied at the Académie de France in Rome for six years, until 1791. When he returned to Paris, he received commissions for colossal statues and won several prizes awarded by the Committee of Public Information. He competed for several projects in Paris. Claude Michallon presented his marble group d'Aconce et Cydippe at the Paris Salon in 1793, and created several models for watch cases, such as Cupid and Psychée. Among others, Pierre-Philippe Thomire cast bronzes closely following his models.
Setdart Auction House
Dec. 12, 2023
After Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843), a French Empire ormolu and rouge marble centrepiece 37cm diameter, 97cm high, Please note this lot attracts an additional import tax of 5% on the hammer price
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
* After Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843), a French Empire ormolu and rouge marble centrepiece converted from a mantel clock, the ormolu column modelled as ‘'The Three Graces', beneath a cut glass dish, raised on a marble triform plinth with ormolu strapwork marks and central foliate paterae where the dial was originally placed,
Gorringes
Dec. 03, 2023
Pierre-Philippe THOMIRE (1751- 1843), d’après GRANDE GARNITURE DE CHEMINEE En bronze doré et ma
Est: €8,000 - €12,000
Pierre-Philippe THOMIRE (1751- 1843), d’après GRANDE GARNITURE DE CHEMINEE En bronze doré et marbre vert de mer, composée d’une paire de grands vases couverts formant brûles-parfum et d’une pendule de cheminée épousant la forme d’un vase Médicis. Le cadran émaillé à chiffres romains signée Devillaine, Rue neuve des petits champs à Paris, est surmonté de guirlandes de fleurs et de fruits retenus par un noeud de ruban, les anses composées de femmes drapées à l’antique reposant sur des volutes. Elle présente, en partie supérieure, un couvercle ajouré de palmettes, surmonté d’une prise en pomme de pin. Elle est ornée d’une tête de Mercure et repose sur une base circulaire ornée de feuillages. Le socle à degrés agrémenté de palmettes, frise de perles, rais de cœur, sur piètement toupie. Les vases à décor d’un relief à l’antique figurant des femmes et enfants dansant. Début du XIXe siècle. Dimensions de la pendule. H. 57 cm, L. 18,5 cm. Dimensions des vases. H. 46 cm. Accidents, usures à la patine. Un modèle très proche est conservé au musée Duesberg à Mons en Belgique. Un autre au Château de Pavlovsk, dans la pièce dite des pilastres. Bibliographie : A. Kuchumov, Pavlovsk Palace & Park, éditions Aurora, 1975, reproduit p. 211. Provenance : Collection Larminet-Davioud
Osenat
Nov. 24, 2023
Ein Paar Girandolen "à femme adossée"
Est: CHF12,000 - CHF15,000
Paris, um 1805/10. Empire. P.P. THOMIRE (Pierre Philippe Thomire, 1751 Paris 1843). Matt-, glanzvergoldete und patinierte Bronze, "Griotte Rouge"-Marmor. Eine weibliche Figur lehnt sich an eine Stele und trägt eine Deckelvase auf dem Haupt. Sie ist von vier auffallend geschwungenen Lichtarmen mit Tüllen in Form von Lotusblüten umgeben. Das Ganze ruht auf einem rechteckigen Podest, das mit einer Lyra-Applikation versehen ist, und einer Sockelplatte, die mit Palmetten verziert ist. Mit Gutachten von J.D. Augarde, Paris 2017. Alters- und Gebrauchsspuren Das hier präsentierte Modell wurde von P.P. Thomire in den Jahren 1801/02 entwickelt. Es fand auch Erwähnung in seinem Inventar von 1814, wo es mit 590 Francs bewertet wurde. Ähnliche Modelle wurden mehrmals versteigert: bei Sotheby's New York am 12.10.1963 (Katalognr. 646), bei Sotheby's Zürich am 29.11.1995 (Katalognr. 272), bei Koller Zürich am 7.11.1964 (Katalognr. 2163) und bei Christie's in London und Paris 2008 (Katalognr. 192 und 271). Ein Paar mit "Vert de Mer"-Sockel ist sogar Teil der königlichen Sammlung im Buckingham Palace. Vier Jahre nach Erhalt des Titels "Maître fondeur-ciseleur" im Jahr 1772 fügte Thomire den Zusatztitel "doreur" hinzu. Im Jahr 1783 wurde er bei der Manufacture de Sèvres der Nachfolger von C. Duplessis. Thomire war nicht nur vielseitig ausgebildet, sondern arbeitete auch mit renommierten Künstlern wie J.A. Houdon zusammen. Seine Kontakte zu N. Delaistre, J.J. Foucou, P.P. Prud'hon und P.L. Roland machten ihn in den 1780er-Jahren zum besten "fondeur-ciseleur" in Paris. Durch internationale Aufträge, vor allem aus Spanien und Russland, stieg die Nachfrage so stark, dass er 1807 ein Team von über 200 Angestellten benötigte. Thomires Anerkennung war weitreichend. Schon während des Directoire erhielt er eine Goldmedaille bei der Ausstellung der "Produits industriels", eine Ehrung, die ihm und seiner Firma bis zu seinem Lebensende bei jeder Ausstellung zuteilwurde. 1834 wurde er sogar von König Louis-Philippe in die "Légion d'Honneur" aufgenommen. Trotz späterer finanzieller Herausforderungen seines Unternehmens blieb er bis zu seinem Rückzug im Jahr 1823 eine dominierende kreative Kraft. Lit.: J. Niclausse, Thomire, Fondeur-Ciseleur-sa vie, son oeuvre, Paris 1947. Ausrufdatum: 24.11.2023 Ungefähre Ausrufzeit: 13:07
Auktionshaus Zofingen
Nov. 21, 2023
A pair of Empire ormolu and cut-glass surtout de table by Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843) Paris, early 19th century (2)
Est: £5,000 - £8,000
A pair of Empire ormolu and cut-glass surtout de table by Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843) Paris, early 19th century With hand cut hobnail glass bowls on lappet and acanthus leaf cast supports terminating in lion paw feet on a plinth base, both signed THOMIRE A PARIS to the plinth, the glass bowls associated, 21.5cm wide, 21.5cm deep, 31cm high (8in wide, 8in deep, 12in high) (2)
Bonhams
Nov. 19, 2023
BELLE PAIRE DE COUPES EN BRONZE CISELÉ ET DORÉ "ÉP
Est: €5,000 - €6,000
BELLE PAIRE DE COUPES EN BRONZE CISELÉ ET DORÉ "ÉPISODES PRÉSUMÉS DE LA VIE D'APOLLON" attribuées à Pierre-Philippe THOMIRE (1751-1843) Il pourrait s'agir de Daphné fuyant les avances du dieu et de sa lutte contre Python. Coupes godronnées à bordures à décor de pampres de vignes et grappes de raisin, elles reposent sur trois pieds de forme bambous terminés par des pieds léonins, des lézards se lovant autour de chacun d'entre eux. Piètement réunis par une entretoise supportant les figures en ronde-bosse du dieu et de la nymphe. Modèle d'après l'antique Époque XIXe siècle 31,5 x 30 cm Restaurations d'usage et d'entretien
Paris Oise Enchères
Nov. 18, 2023
Pair of French Empire-Style Bronze Sconces
Est: $300 - $500
Pair of French Empire-style gilt and patinated bronze sconces, late 20th century, in the manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843), the bras de lumiere modeled as Nike (Victoria), the winged symbol of Victory, with three upswept candle arms, standing atop an orb representing the Earth, unsigned, electrified. En suite with previous lots, as associated later reproductions. [20 7/8" H x 10 1/2" W x 6" D].
Roland Auctions NY
Nov. 18, 2023
Pair of French Empire-Style Bronze Sconces
Est: $300 - $500
Pair of French Empire-style gilt and patinated bronze sconces, late 20th century, in the manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843), the bras de lumiere modeled as Nike (Victoria), the winged symbol of Victory, with three upswept candle arms, standing atop an orb representing the Earth, unsigned, electrified. En suite with previous lots, as associated later reproductions. [20 7/8" H x 10 1/2" W x 6" D].
Roland Auctions NY
Nov. 18, 2023
Pair of French Empire-Style Bronze Sconces
Est: $300 - $500
Pair of French Empire-style gilt and patinated bronze sconces, late 20th century, in the manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843), the bras de lumiere modeled as Nike (Victoria), the winged symbol of Victory, with three upswept candle arms, standing atop an orb representing the Earth, unsigned, electrified. En suite with previous lots, as associated later reproductions. [20 7/8" H x 10 1/2" W x 6" D].
Roland Auctions NY
Nov. 17, 2023
A pair of Empire ormolu centrepieces
Est: €4,000 - €6,000
Cast in several parts and screw-mounted. Each with three glass dishes entwined with ivy tendrils on a central spindle. The plinths with three figures of dancing maenads making music. Centrepieces with similar figural designs are recorded from the workshop of Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751 - 1843).
Kunsthaus Lempertz KG
Nov. 06, 2023
PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751-1843) (attribué à). Rare paire de candélabres à l'égyptienne en bronze doré et patiné. Circa 1805
Est: €10,000 - €15,000
PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751-1843) (attribué à). Rare paire de candélabres à l'égyptienne en bronze doré et patiné. Circa 1805 Représentant des femmes vêtues d'un bandeau hiéroglyphique, coiffée d'une perruque portant quatre bras de lumière dont trois terminés par des têtes de taureaux. Elles tiennent dans chaque main une torche d'où sort un serpent tenant une sphère et un binet. Socle pyramidal orné d'un taureau (Apis) monté par un singe, scènes de dévotions sur les côtés. La patine est abimée, manques et enfoncements. On joint une pendule en bronze doré et patiné. Een zeldzaam paar Egyptische kandelaars in verguld en gepatineerd brons toegeschreven aan Philippe Thomire, circa 1805. Met inbegrip een klok. A rare pair of Egyptian-style candelabra in gilt and patinated bronze attributed to Philippe Thomire, circa 1805. A clock is included. Candélabres: H.81 cm Pendule: H.40 cm
Bonhams
Oct. 19, 2023
Empire candlestick attributed to PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1757-1843). France, ca. 1820. Gilt bronze. Onyx top. It has castors. It has an antique label on the back.
Est: €10,000 - €12,000
Empire candlestick attributed to PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1757-1843). France, ca. 1820. Gilt bronze. Onyx top. It has castors. It has an antique label on the back. Measurements: 75 x 82 x 82 cm. Gueridon type candlestick attributed to the French bronze artist Pierre-Philippe Thomire. The support, in gilded bronze, has been finely chiselled in its moulded shaft and claw feet. The stem is decorated with vegetal sheaths of acanthus and palmettes. The circular table, with a marbled onyx top, is outlined with a bronze fretwork of laurel leaves executed with exquisite chisel work. As was characteristic of the period, and in particular of Thomire's furniture, the piece presents a singular historicist syncretism, freely re-reading the past. Thomire was a French sculptor best known for his work in gilt bronze, which made him the leading caster in France in the late 18th century, with an important workshop established in 1775. His career saw a striking improvement when he began to assist Jean-Claude-Thomas Duplessis, the artistic director of the Manufacture de Porcelaine de Sèvres, and when the latter died in 1783, Thomire continued his work, creating the bronze mounts for works that combined it with porcelain. Such was his success that he continued to work during the French Revolution. In 1804 he expanded the business by buying the workshop of a cabinetmaker, which enabled him to work with furniture. Other works of interest were the chandeliers for the palaces of Fontainebleau and Compiègne, the Trianon table with legs in the shape of caryatids, the eight pieces for the centrepiece of Prince Louis Bonaparte's table (Musée Marmottan) and a twenty-four-armed chandelier with figures of winged women playing musical instruments made for Talleyrand (Musée Marmottan). He retired in 1823, although he continued to produce sculptures sporadically. King Louis-Philippe awarded him the Legion of Honour.
Setdart Auction House
Sep. 19, 2023
A pair of very fine quality gilt-bronze and bronze candelabra, attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843) French, early 19th century 88cm high, 26cm wide
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
A pair of very fine quality gilt-bronze and bronze candelabra, attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843) French, early 19th century Provenance: Partridge,New Bond Street,London, circa 1986 The Estate of Judith and Bruce Terry, Teychell,16 Moule Avenue Brighton Victoria.Australia. These extraordinary candelabra display a myriad of Classical symbolism, so popular in France during the Empire period. The central figures, with arms up-stretched, possibly represent Aphrodite, the ancient Greek goddess associated with love, lust, beauty and passion. Sacred to Aphrodite was the swan which was seen itself as a traditional symbol of beauty and grace in ancient Greece. The swan was also sacred to Apollo, the god of music in Greek mythology and hence the finely matt gilded swans that surmount these candelabra. Cherub trumpeters and rearing horses further embellish these impressive candelabra and it all adds to a sense of victorious heroism that inspired design around the time of Napoleon Bonaparte between 1800-1815. Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751–1843) a French sculptor, was the most prominent bronzier, or producer of ornamental patinated and gilt-bronze objects and furniture mounts of the First French Empire in the neo-classical and Empire style. The young artisan first appeared in records with a set of gilt-bronze wall-lights delivered for Marie-Antoinette's card-room, which were chased by Thomire. He established his own shop in 1776. In 1783–84 Thomire received his first notable commission, casting and finishing the gilt-bronze handles modelled by Louis-Simon Boizot for a pair of Sèvres porcelain vases, which today divide their time between the Musée du Louvre and the Palazzo Pitti. Under the Empire period in France, Thomire purchased fashionable premises in Rue Taitbout, Paris and exhibited at the 1806 Exposition Publique des Produits de l'Industrie, where he won a gold medal. His most prestigious commission was the execution of the cradle for the King of Rome, which was designed by Pierre Paul Prud'hon and in which Thomire collaborated with the Imperial silversmith Odiot. In a second cradle that was commissioned, Thomire alone was responsible. At the height of his business it was estimated that Thomire employed six or seven hundred workers. Under the Restauration, Thomire Duterme et Cie retained the finest clientele, among them Monsieur, the King's brother, the duc de Berry, and as furnishers to the Garde Meuble de la Couronne. Thomire cast and finished a martial allegory sculpted by Louis-Simon Boizot and applied to the upper corners of a secretary desk by Guillaume Beneman, delivered for the King's cabinet intérieure at Compiègne, 1787. In a notable commission for Count Nicolay Demidoff in 1819, Thomire produced finely-made figures of Fame with doubled trumpets to serve as handles for the massive malachite-veneered vase now at the Metropolitan Museum. Thomire retired from his firm in 1823.
Artvisory
Jul. 13, 2023
PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE Centro de mesa con decoración de cupidos
Est: -
PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (París, 1751 - 1843) "Centro de mesa con decoración de cupidos" Bronce dorado y cristal 27 x 63 x 21 cm Firmado: Thomire - París
Arte Subastas Bilbao
Jul. 12, 2023
ATTRIBUTED TO PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (FRENCH, 1751 - 1843)
Est: $600 - $800
A Gilded Bronze Urn, Attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751 - 1843), 19th Century, Campagna form with procession of dancing nymphs above Satyr head handles, set on an octagonal green marble base. H: 12 1/2 W: 6 D: 6 in. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email or by telephone . Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Gray's Auctioneers
Jun. 29, 2023
A Restauration gilt-bronze gueridon, attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1757-1843), circa 1820
Est: €15,000 - €20,000
A Restauration gilt-bronze gueridon, attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1757-1843), circa 1820 resting on three feet with casters, with an onyx marble top, with an illegible inked inscription on label Height. 29 1/2 in, diam. 32 1/8 in ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Guéridon en bronze doré d’époque Restauration, attribué à Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1757-1843), vers 1820 reposant sur trois pieds à roulettes, dessus de marbre onyx, une étiquette manuscrite illisible au revers Haut. 75 cm, diam. 82 cm
Sotheby's
Jun. 13, 2023
PIERRE PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751-1843) (GENRE)
Est: €1,500 - €2,000
A pair of Empire-period four-branch candelabra. C. 1820. Gilt bronze. Triangle base with claw feet on green marble. Description FR Paire de candélabres à quatre branches. Epoque Empire. Ca. 1820. Bronze doré à feu. Base triangulaire avec pieds à sphère sur pied en marbre vert. Beschrijving NL Paar vierarmige kandelaars. Empire periode, ca. 1820. Vuurverguld brons. Driehoekige basis met klauwpoten op voet in groen marmer.
Bernaerts Auctioneers
May. 06, 2023
Pierre-Philippe Thomire Gilt Bronze Candelabra
Est: $100 - $25,000
French, Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843). Pair Of 19th Century Gilt Bronze Candelabra, Each Having 6 Lights From Scrolling Arms. Properly Marked Thomire A Paris Under Beading At Base. Electrification Present, But Function Not Guaranteed. See Photos For Some Replaced Bobeches. 32 Inches High X 15 Wide. Base Is Approximately 11 Wide. Arms Need Adjustment; Washer Shims Included. Provenance: From The Troy Victor Post Estate, Dallas.
J. Garrett Auctioneers
Apr. 18, 2023
Pendola da tavolo con cassa in bronzo dorato e cesellato. Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843), Parigi, XIX secolo
Est: €1,800 - €2,400
decorata da gruppo rappresentante la maternità e da elementi di gusto neoclassico. Quadrante smaltato a numerazione romana in nero per le ore e araba per la minuteria firmato Thomire a Paris
Cambi Casa d'Aste
Apr. 02, 2023
PIERRE PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751-1843) EMPIRE INKWELL IN BRONZE WITH TWO PATINAS
Est: €2,500 - €5,000
Pierre Philippe THOMIRE (1751-1843) Empire inkwell in bronze with two patinas - Weight: 2.90 kg - Shipping available - Region: France - Sizes: H 270 D 200 - At first glance: good condition - Author / artist: Pierre Philippe THOMIRE
Goldfield Auction
Mar. 31, 2023
Paar Büsten, Frankreich, 19. Jh.
Est: -
Pair of busts — France, 19th c. Full-round detailed busts on profiled column stump with square plinth, busts of philosophers Voltaire and Jean-Jacques Rousseau after Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843). Bronze, brown patinated, gray marble. H. 29 and 29.5 cm. - Corners slightly bumped. // Paar Büsten — Frankreich, 19. Jh. — Vollrund gestaltete, detailreich gearbeitete Büsten auf profiliertem Säulenstumpf mit quadratischer Plinthe, Büsten der Philosophen Voltaire und Jean-Jacques Rousseau nach Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843). Bronze, braun patiniert, grauer Marmor. H. 29 und 29,5 cm. - Ecken leicht bestoßen.
Kunstauktionshaus Schlosser
Feb. 21, 2023
PAIR OF FRENCH EMPIRE STYLE CAMPAGNA URNS
Est: $500 - $700
PAIR OF FRENCH EMPIRE STYLE CAMPAGNA URNS, black porcelain with ornate bronze mounts, executed in the manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1843), 28.75"H.
O'Gallerie
Jan. 29, 2023
PAIRE D'APPLIQUES MURALES À QUATRE BRAS DE LUMIÈRES attribuées à Pierre-Philippe THOMIRE (1751-1843)
Est: €2,000 - €2,500
PAIRE D'APPLIQUES MURALES À QUATRE BRAS DE LUMIÈRES attribuées à Pierre-Philippe THOMIRE (1751-1843) En bronze ciselé et doré à décor de feuilles d'acanthes et de fleurs stylisées Travail XIXe, monté à l'électricité 30 x 29 x 24 cm État d'usage et d'entretien
Paris Oise Enchères
Dec. 15, 2022
AFTER MODELS BY PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (1751-1843). PAIR OF FRENCH TROPHY-SHAPED GOBLETS, CIRCA 1810-1815.
Est: €1,200 - €2,500
Mercury-gilt bronze with musical decorations on the base, with lid. Height 38 cm.
Subarna Subastas
Dec. 08, 2022
PIERRE-PHILIPPE THOMIRE (GROUP / SCHOOL) 1751 - 1843 - A PAIR OF EMPIRE CANDELABRA
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The extremely well-crafted impressive paired candlesticks, which can also be used as wall lamps, are probably the work of Pierre-Philippe Thomir, one of the most important designers and bronzers of the French Empire (he received the title of ciseleur de l'Empereur in 1809). At the beginning of the 19th century, the French began to change their dining habits when, around 1810, the imperial court and the upper classes abandoned the earlier tradition of service à la française, where all courses were put on the table at once, in favor of service à la russe, where the food was presented one at a time. This meant that the table, devoid of numerous serving dishes, looked rather empty. As a result, the table decorations became more lavish, while at the same time the tablecloth evolved as the ideal solution for decorating the central part of a long dining table. The large bronzes offered with a top-cut basket holding swans and putti with wreaths on a round ornate fluted base were conceived as part of such a table arrangement. The basket was intended to hold fruit, candies, or floral arrangements. The top was fitted with a separate ring for candles. Analogous pairs of candlesticks/trays attributed to Thomir are now in the Biblioteca Ambrosiana in Milan or the Phoenix Art Museum. Excellent condition. Country: France, Location: Paris
Arthouse Hejtmánek
Nov. 24, 2022
Pierre Chibout, An antique candelabra, decorated with an angel, patinated and gilt bronze, Empire period. 19th C. (L: 21 x W: 33 x H: 83 cm)
Est: €800 - €1,200
Pierre Chibout, An antique candelabra, decorated with an angel, patinated and gilt bronze, Empire period. 19th century. The candelabra has been wired as a table lamp. After Pierre Philippe THOMIRE (1751-1843) (L: 21 x W: 33 x H: 83 cm)
Flanders Auctions
Nov. 03, 2022
Pierre-Philippe Thomire - Pair of Six-Light Candelabra,
Est: €15,000 - €25,000
bronze, parcel-gilt, partly brown patina, marble base with bronze mount, antique-style in full round supporting the candleholder element, 5 arms with leaf join, base with applied festoons and rosettes, encompassed by leafy band, height 92 cm, marked: “Thomire a Paris”, first third of the 19th century, (Lu)
Dorotheum
Oct. 08, 2022
Pair of Gilt & Patinated Bronze Candelabra Lamps
Est: $200 - $400
Pair of gilt and patinated bronze candelabra lamps in the Neoclassical taste, after a model by Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843), with figures of Nike (winged victory) symbolic of triumph. Wear to wires and plugs, oxidation and wear to metal, lacking finials.
Roland Auctions NY
Sep. 21, 2022
SURTOUT DE TABLE D'ÉPOQUE EMPIRE Attribué à Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1813)
Est: €10,000 - €15,000
SURTOUT DE TABLE D'ÉPOQUE EMPIRE Attribué à Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1813) En bronze ciselé et doré, composé de trois éléments à fond de glace, la bordure ponctuée de bacchantes et satyres retenant des guirlandes de pampres, inscription à l'encre au revers " RSS/BSSS " H. : 16 cm (6 1/4 in.) l. : 203,5 cm (80 in.) P. : 69 cm (27 in.) Provenance : Par tradition familiale, Palais Farnèse, Rome. An Empire ormolu surtout de table, attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire (1751-1813) Estimation 10 000 - 15 000 €
Artcurial