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Renaissance Candelabras

RENAISSANCE STYLE

Spanning an era of cultural rebirth in Europe that harkened back to antiquity, the Renaissance was a time of change in design. From the late 1400s to the early 1600s, Rome, Venice and Florence emerged as artistic centers through the expansion of global trade and a humanist belief in the arts being central to society. Antique Renaissance furniture was ornately carved from sturdy woods like walnut, its details standing out against the tapestries and stained glass adorning the walls.

Renaissance chests, which were frequently commissioned for marriages, were often decorated with gilding or painted elements. Those that were known as cassoni were crafted in shapes based on classical sarcophagi. As opposed to the medieval era, when furniture was pared down to the necessities, a wide range of Renaissance chairs, tables and cabinets were created for the home, and the designs regularly referenced ancient Rome.

Large torchères of the Renaissance era that were used as floor lamps were inspired by classical candelabras, while marble surfaces evoked frescoes. The inlaid boxes being imported from the Middle East informed the intarsia technique, which involved varying hues of wood in mosaic-like patterns, such as those by architect Giuliano da Maiano in the Florence Cathedral.

Tapestry-woven cushion covers accented the variety of Renaissance seating — from conversation to study chairs — while bookcases for secular use reflected the migration of culture and knowledge from the church into the home. The aesthetics of the Italian Renaissance later spread to France through the publishing of work by renowned designers, including Hugues Sambin and Jacques Androuet du Cerceau. Centuries later, the 19th-century Renaissance Revival would see a return to this influential style.

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Style: Renaissance
Saint-Louis Manufacture, Pair of Crystal Candelabras, France 1950s
Saint-Louis Manufacture, Pair of Crystal Candelabras, France 1950s

Saint-Louis Manufacture, Pair of Crystal Candelabras, France 1950s

By Saint Louis

Located in PARIS, FR

Beautiful pair of Saint-Louis crystal candelabras from the 1950s. Excellent condition. Dimensions in cm ( H x L x l ) : 31 x 22.5 x 14

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Crystal

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Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance St. Bronze, Ormolu, & Marble Candelbras

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By Jean Louis Grégoire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An impressive and high quality true pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. patinated bronze, ormolu, and black Belgian marble candelabras signed Grêgoire. Each seven arm candelabra is raised by elegant scrolled ormolu feet below the striking square stepped mottled black Belgian marble base with a remarkable central ormolu plaque, a lovely berried laurel leaf, a smooth cabochon, and beautiful wrap around ormolu band. The wonderfully executed patinated bronze statues at the center depict beautiful maidens draped in finely detailed flowing garments with one arm in the air seemingly holding up the ormolu cluster above amidst charming foliate designs and impressive dolphins. Above are six striking elegantly curved arms centering a single one with lovely finely detailed foliate accents leading to remarkable reeded bobeches and most decorative candle cups. Jean-Louis Grégoire (1840-1890) a renowned 19th century French sculptor. Trained at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, and took part in Les Éxpositions de Paris. In 1899 was awarded with Le Prix...

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19th Century French Antique Renaissance Candelabras

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. Bronze and Ormolu candelabras
pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. Bronze and Ormolu candelabras

pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. Bronze and Ormolu candelabras

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome and large scale pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu candelabras. Each seven arm candelabra is raised on a triangular shaped patinated B...

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19th Century French Antique Renaissance Candelabras

Materials

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pair of French 19th century Bronze and Ormolu candelabras, signed Barbedienne
pair of French 19th century Bronze and Ormolu candelabras, signed Barbedienne

pair of French 19th century Bronze and Ormolu candelabras, signed Barbedienne

By F. Barbedienne Foundry

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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19th Century French Antique Renaissance Candelabras

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

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Pair Antique Figural Brass Candelabra

Pair Antique Figural Brass Candelabra

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Two Renaissance style male atlas figures support the five light candelabra with scrolled arms. They are dressed in short garments and caps typical of the period. Mounted on shaped tr...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Renaissance Candelabras

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Brass

Pair of Italian Renaissance-Style Judaica Eagle Candelabras
Pair of Italian Renaissance-Style Judaica Eagle Candelabras

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Located in Queens, NY

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19th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Candelabras

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Brass

Italian Renaissance Style Brass Menorah

Italian Renaissance Style Brass Menorah

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Renaissance-style (19th Century) brass 7 arm menorah on round shaped base.

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19th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Candelabras

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Brass

Antique Fraget N Plaque Renaissance Sabbath Brass Gilt Candlesticks - A Pair
Antique Fraget N Plaque Renaissance Sabbath Brass Gilt Candlesticks - A Pair

Antique Fraget N Plaque Renaissance Sabbath Brass Gilt Candlesticks - A Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Fraget n Plaque Renaissance Sabbath Brass Gilt Candlesticks - a Pair. Item features floral repousse candlestick forms, authentic aged patina. Very unique antique pair. Circa ...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Renaissance Candelabras

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Brass

pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. Bronze and Ormolu candelabras
pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. Bronze and Ormolu candelabras

pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. Bronze and Ormolu candelabras

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A unique and most decorative pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu candelabras. Each striking four arm candelabra is raised on an X-shaped Ormolu ba...

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19th Century French Antique Renaissance Candelabras

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Renaissance Style Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Candelabras
French 19th Century Renaissance Style Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Candelabras

French 19th Century Renaissance Style Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Candelabras

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning true pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. black Belgian marble, ormolu and patinated bronze, five arm candelabras, attributed to F. Barbedienne. Each candelabra is ...

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19th Century French Antique Renaissance Candelabras

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Belgian Black Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance St. Ormolu Candelabras
Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance St. Ormolu Candelabras

Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance St. Ormolu Candelabras

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning and high quality pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. ormolu six arm candelabras signed F. Barbedienne. Each candelabra is raised by a triangular base with concave ...

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19th Century French Antique Renaissance Candelabras

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Ormolu

Pair of American Parcel-Gilt and Bronze Candelabra/Lamps E.F.Caldwell Attributed
Pair of American Parcel-Gilt and Bronze Candelabra/Lamps E.F.Caldwell Attributed

Pair of American Parcel-Gilt and Bronze Candelabra/Lamps E.F.Caldwell Attributed

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A fine pair of American parcel-gilt and patinated bronze, twin light candelabras/ table lamps attributed to Edward F. Caldwell & Co, New York, first quarter of the 20th century. Ea...

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Early 20th Century American Renaissance Candelabras

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Bronze, Gold Leaf

Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance Style Nine-Arm Candelabras
Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance Style Nine-Arm Candelabras

Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance Style Nine-Arm Candelabras

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A superb quality and impressive large scale pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. Rouge Griotte and ormolu nine arm candelabras, signed F. Barbedienne. Each is raised by a square Rouge Griotte marble base with an ormolu ‘C’ scrolled support in a lion paw design amidst scrolled acanthus leaves. Above is an ormolu laurel band below the fluted marble pedestal...

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19th Century French Antique Renaissance Candelabras

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Marble, Ormolu

Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance St. Ormolu and Marble Candelabras
Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance St. Ormolu and Marble Candelabras

Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance St. Ormolu and Marble Candelabras

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning and high quality pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. Ormolu and Rouge Griotte marble candelabras. Each most elegant two arm candelabra is raised by a circular Roug...

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19th Century French Antique Renaissance Candelabras

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Marble, Ormolu

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Find a broad range of unique Renaissance candelabras for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage candelabras created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ormolu and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Renaissance candelabras made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original candelabras, popular names associated with this style include Ferdinand Barbedienne, and Reed and Barton. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for candelabras differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $962 and tops out at $39,800 while the average work can sell for $4,950.