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Pair of French Ormolu and Porcelain Candelabra

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A fine pair of antique French porcelain and fire gilded ormolu candelabra. Superb quality ormolu and very finely hand painted celeste porcelain. The candleholders are of celeste porcelain and every piece is in perfect unrestored condition. This is a true pair of candelabra as the beautifully modelled children or cherubs to the centre of the candelabra face each other. One holds a lyre, whilst the other, a bow.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2015316315731

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