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19th C. Pair of Louis XV Gilt Bronze Candlesticks with French Royal Coat of Arms

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A 19th century finely chiseled pair of French Louis XV gilt bronze figural candlesticks in the manner of Juste-Aurèle Meissonier, famous 18th cnetury French designer. Height 12.40 inches The candlesticks have a richly chiselled stem with rocaille elements and French coat of arms with three fleur-de-lys and a pair of puttis that twist around the central axis, creating a tortile effect that gives movement and momentum to the structure. The broad round base decorated with curled cartouches, foliage and shell motifs, displaying an unusual and rare water beams coming from the stem which seems to spred on to the base Removable drip pans with godroned rim. The candlesticks are very decorative and can be used for example over a surtout de table or in a table. They can also be placed above consoles and chest of drawers, combined with antique furniture or contemporary taste.
  • Similar to:
    Juste-Aurèle Meissonnier (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.4 in (31.5 cm)Width: 5.9 in (14.99 cm)Depth: 5.9 in (14.99 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. some abrasions of gilt visible on the images.
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8168234590892

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