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Two Early 19th Century French Empire Gilt Bronze Candelabra

$12,997.20per set
£9,500per set
€11,176.95per set
CA$17,849.71per set
A$19,977.35per set
CHF 10,431.30per set
MX$243,724.86per set
NOK 132,411.61per set
SEK 125,650.46per set
DKK 83,464.14per set
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About the Item

These magnificent candelabra were cast entirely of gilt bronze in the French Empire period of the early 19th century. Each candelabrum is formed as a cornucopia of scrolled branches holding four lights with drip pans, set on a single torch-form stem, held aloft by a Classical style figure. The figures, one male and one female, are shown draped in swathed clothing, with the male figure depicted holding a quill in his other hand, whilst the female figure clutches a delicate bouquet of flowers. The figures stand upon circular bases, set onto ovoid vases which featured fluted details and central bands of laurel leaf motifs. The vases themselves stand on undulating roundels formed of acanthus leaves, which are further set atop square-form plinths. Classically influenced works were popular during the French Empire period, when the Emperor Napoleon I sought to create a place in history for France alongside the ancient dynasties of Greece and Rome.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.48 in (52 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 7.49 in (19 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 108671stDibs: LU956311302133

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