$1,400
French, 20th century. Two large bronze oval figural medallions with verdi gras patina and each depicting children in astrological allegories. Both signed at bottom "RAYNALY". Both figural medallion sculptural pieces with astrological Zodiac symboles at top left. One with the symbol of a Leo and a Libra with the initials "NP" at center; the sculptural image depicts a figure in the water ant the other sitting on the banks, possibly pouting or upset with the other. The other medallion depicting Taurus and Cancer with a rectangular box with a horizontal line crossing through it lengthwise; the image of a wingless putti wearing a hat adorning the other putti with a floral wreath could be an representation of the strong possibility of love compatibility between the signs of Cancer and Taurus. According to astrological readings, the two signs tend to be nurturers as the imagery on the medallion shows. Height 20 inches, width 16 inches, depth approximately 3.75 inches. Provenance: From the Estate of Mr. Thomas V. and Mrs. Marie B. Patton, Atlanta, Georgia.
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2014-01-05
