Antique Pair 1800 ' S 19th C. French Empire Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Candlesticks
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:177658 | Type: Candlesticks candle holders |
| Style: Neo-Classical | Age: 1800-1849 |
| Country/Region of Origin: France | Color: gilt gold |
ANTIQUE PAIR FRENCH GILT BRONZE CANDLESTICKS The featured items represents an antique, early 1800's, pair of French candlesticks that measure approximately 10 1/2" tall and 4 7/8" in diameter at the bottom.The pieces are made of "bronze doré" or "gilt bronze" and the technique is known as "ormolu" which involves applying finely ground, high-carat gold–mercury amalgam to the bronze bronze. The central stem is not gilded but has an applied black finish over the bronze.The c...andlesticks have domed round bases with floral motif frieze and there is a central iron rod where the rest of the removable parts can be arranged. The different pieces are done and decorated by casting, chiselling and engine turning. The last technique is also known as "guilloche" in which a very precise, intricate and repetitive pattern is mechanically engraved into an underlying material via a "rose engine lath".The tapering stems have vertical ribs and are surmounted by a cornucopia baskets and nozzles with acanthus leaf frieze. On bottom of one of the candle holders there appear to be something like a mark or a letter in black but not sure if this is from the manufacturer or later addition.The items come in overall good condition for their age. Wax residue in the candle sockets. Some handling and usage wear like small scuffs, marks, dings and scratches. A bit of patina and finish loss on some spots. The bases rims are a bit bent. One of the nozzles has a puncture. The central iron rod is rusted but that's not visible with all the parts in place. Some production flaws and imperfections. Please take a good look at the provided pictures as they are part of the description. Additional photos are available upon request.SOLD "AS IS"
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