Pair of Neo-Egyptian Candelabras Attributed to G. Servant, France, Circa 1870
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Pair of Neo-Egyptian Candelabras Attributed to G. Servant, France, Circa 1870
About the Item
- Attributed to:Georges Emile Henri Servant (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 16.54 in (42 cm)Diameter: 7.49 in (19 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Egyptian Revival (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Patinated
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1870
- Condition:
- Seller Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:Seller: 693/01stDibs: LU3860313625572
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