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Pair 18th Century French Gilt Bronze and Marble Figural Candelabra

About the Item

Our monumental pair of 18th century candelabra of French origin depict Roman neoclassical male and female holding cornucopia, finely carved from white marble, with four light ormolu bronze candleholders of foliate design with fruits, nuts and grape bunches. Provenance: Arne Schlesch & José Juárez Garza Antiques, New York. For over four decades, Danish-born Schlesch and his Mexican-born partner, Jose Juarez Garza, drew passionate collectors and interior designers from around the world to their townhouse gallery on East 64th Street on the Upper East Side in Manhattan, to choose from among the finest Scandinavian and European antiques.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32 in (81.28 cm)Diameter: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Marble,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Early 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c1730s
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. Each in good condition, with scattered chip losses and surprisingly little oxidation to the ormolu surfaces. There are some signs of verdigris. Bronze candleholders fit into the marble and are not affixed to the marble. May have restorations.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, US
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6079238253982

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