Twee bronzen beelden van mannelijke engelen met raderen en slaghamers in de hand, zittend aan weerszijden van een medaillon, gesitueerd boven een deurpartij. c. 1878 - 1881

This 19th-century photograph captures a pair of bronze sculptures by Louis-Emile Durandelle, created for the Paris Opera House between 1878 and 1881. The sculptures depict winged male figures, seated and holding tools, flanking a decorative medallion above a doorway. This piece exemplifies the decorative arts of the period, highlighting the blend of classical motifs with industrial elements. The statues, likely symbolizing the arts and crafts, are a testament to Durandelle's skill in capturing both the beauty and the power of the human form.