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Large Pair of 19th Century French Silvered & Gilt Candelabra of Knights

About the Item

An August Pair of Napoleon III Silvered and Gilt Bronze Candelabra Rising from sumptuous scrolling ormolu tripod bases incorporating a slate support and exquisite military regalia; the chivalrous men, one holding a sword and the other his axe, posing in a noble contrapposto fashion; their armour, faces, and helmets decorated to the highest degree of detail and showing marked differences between the two knights. The seven clustered ormolu branches decorated with further military regalia including axes, swords, and flails, and terminating in a swallowtail emblematic flag. French, circa 1870.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41.5 in (105.41 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Ormolu,Gilt,Silvered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Each item has undergone careful inspection and restoration by a conservation specialist in order to guarantee the original quality and integrity of the object. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 91911stDibs: LU954734323512
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