Sold|$1,358
A PAIR OF POLYCHROME MOLAVE ALTAR STICKS
Located in San Francisco, CA
These Portuguese style turned molave wood altarsticks with scroll feet in bright yellow and columns in faded green and red. Wear to finish; restorations.
Pair of Meissen Rococo, Parcel Gilt, Polychrome Candlesticks
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
Each with a spiral foliate standard supporting the basket form candleholder, on a scrolled border stepped base decorated with pairs of exotic birds.
Porcelain
A Pair of Continental Polychrome Wrought Iron Candelabra
Located in New York, NY
Each with a spiraled standard issuing naturalistic branches with foliage supporting flowerhead candleholders, raised on three serpentine legs.
Iron
Attributed to Escalier de Cristal Bronze Chinoiserie/ Japonisme Candle Holders
By Edouard Lievre
Located in New York, NY
Circa late 19th century these polychromed and gilt bronze candle holders were probably designed by: Édouard Lievre 1829-1886 and retailed at Escalier De Cristal in Paris.
Bronze
Pair of 18th Century Italian, Gilt Wood and Polychrome Candleholders
Located in Natchez, MS
Pair of 18th century Italian gilt wood and polychrome figural candleholders of maidens holding torches. These are on later bases that are ebonized.
Wood
Sold|$8,650 / set
Large Pair of 20th Century Polychrome Tole Pineapple Candleabras
By Maison Jansen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Pair of 20th Century Polychrome tole pineapple candleabras, in the style of Maison Jansen.
Tôle
Set of Feline-Shaped Polychrome Earthenware Candleholders by Lily ter Kuile
By Lily ter Kuile
Located in Amstelveen, NL
Set of Feline-shaped Polychrome Earthenware Candleholders, made by Dutch ceramist Lily ter Kuile (1926-) in the 1960s.
Earthenware
Sold|$3,800
Pair of Italian Lamps
Located in Mississauga, ON
A Pair of Italian Mid. 18th Century Baroque Polychrome Pricket Sticks; now as lamps with linen shades. Height of pricket stick without shade: 25"
Wood
Pair of 19th Century Italian Terracotta Figural Pricket Stands
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 19th century Italian Baroque figural pricket stands. The figures are terracotta with wood "tops" and metal "lined" prickets (Formerly drilled for lamps]. Polychrome is original.
Tin
Sold|$20,000
Very Large Pair of Peruvian Candlesticks.
Located in Nogales, AZ
Spanish Colonial Candlesticks
Pair of XVII-XVIII c Spanish Colonial Caryatid Estipite Columns
Located in Nogales, AZ
Pair of caryatid estipite columns, sometimes used as ship carving ornaments on Spanish galleons.
Iron
18th Century Italian Red Altar Sticks with Putti Detail
Located in Round Top, TX
Rare pair of 18th century Italian red altar sticks with putti detail. These are perfect to add a pop of color to any room. Carving is beautiful and color is bold.
Wood
Polychrome Processional Candle Plaques
Located in New Orleans, LA
Group of brightly colored shields depicting angels flanking an altar, the shield topped with the inscription "venite adoremus", and mounted on iron stands. Available for individual ...
Sold|$395 / item
Single Candle Polychrome Brass Tudor Sconce
Located in Minneapolis, MN
These finely crafted single candle sconces feature lovely polychrome detailing within the handsome brass metalwork, circa 1920s Condition: Good Material: Brass Finish: Origina...
Metal, Brass
Five Candle Polychrome Chandelier with Floral Details
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This gorgeous cast aluminium chandelier features intricate filigree details decorated in a polychrome finish of many colors. The leafy candle holders align with the botanical details...
Aluminum
Italian Neoclassical Style Giltwood Arrow Candle Sconces
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Grenoble, FR
Pair of Italian neoclassical style giltwood arrow candle sconces in perfect condition.
Painted tole chandelier with polychrome porcelain flowers
Located in New York, NY
A green painted tole chandelier in the form of branches with leafs, with polychrome porcelain flowers, with candle cups in the form of tulips, 4 arms and 5 lights, French, late 19th ...
Tôle
1 of 6 1920's Polychromed Cast Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
Dramatic cast sconces c. 1920's with rich painted "polychromed" finish and two candle-style lights. Crest/shield motif and finely cast detailing would perfectly suit Spanish Colonial...
A carved pair of polychromed and gilded Italian girandoles
Located in New York, NY
A carved pair of polychromed and gilded Italian girandoles, candle arms removed.
Sold|$4,250
Corn Cob Sconces (pair)
Located in Summerland, CA
Metal and polychrome. Two candle arms with corn cob in center
Metal
Sold|$3,700
Hanging Six-Armed Candelabra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming ceiling fixture for candles with polychromed red, green and gold patinated paint finish.
Wrought Iron
Sold|$1,400
Spanish Revival Chandelier
Located in Pasadena, CA
Spanish Revival chandelier with 5 candles. Original polychrome finish. Acanthus leaf pattern.
Wrought Iron
Cast Brass Two-Arm Sconce Pair with Crystals, circa 1920
By Shapiro & Aronson
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Beautiful cast brass two-arm sconce. Features a polychrome finish, royal blue candle covers and breathtaking crystals, in addition to ornate organic detailing.
19th Century Capital Fragment Polychromed Candle Stand
Located in Cardiff, CA
This antique capital fragment has fabulous patina and is heavy for its size. Much original paint remains.
Wood
Pair of Polychrome Single Candlesticks
Located in Pasadena, CA
Candlesticks with original polychrome finish, circa 1920s.
Beautiful Pair of Francisco Rebajes Candlesticks
By Francisco Rebajes
Located in Providence, RI
Beautiful pair of Francisco Rebajes candlesticks, circa 1958. Crafted of solid copper, with black polychrome highlights. Fully signed.
Copper
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