Pair of Belgian 18th Century Brass Repoussé Flame Shield Reflectors
Pair of Belgian 18th Century Brass Repoussé Flame Shield Reflectors
Pair of Belgian 18th Century Brass Repoussé Flame Shield Reflectors
Pair of Belgian 18th Century Brass Repoussé Flame Shield Reflectors
Pair of Belgian 18th Century Brass Repoussé Flame Shield Reflectors
Pair of Belgian 18th Century Brass Repoussé Flame Shield Reflectors
Pair of Belgian 18th Century Brass Repoussé Flame Shield Reflectors

Pair of Belgian 18th Century Brass Repoussé Flame Shield Reflectors

－ $1,125.00
$1,125.00

Pair of 18th century brass repoussé flame shields/reflectors from Belgium. Pierced foliate relief plaque that would permit light to pass through them with a single pricket at one end, hand-forged iron armature behind for structure. These would have attached to a stand with the pricket found at the bottom of the shield.
Repoussé was achieved by hammering from the reverse side to create a design in low relief. Flame shields were popularized in the 17th century and were strategically placed to shield ladies from the heat of candle flames.


CONDITION

A quarter inch tip at the top of one shield is broken off. The brass has acquired a desirable patina from age.


SIZE
Height  Width
23 in 11 in