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Early 20th Century, Kashmiri Paper Mache Candlestick

$395

£306.59

€349.31

CA$564.50

A$614.78

CHF 324.15

MX$7,477.51

NOK 4,076.20

SEK 3,823.15

DKK 2,608.43

About the Item

A finely executed Kashmiri papier-mâché candlestick, dating to the early 20th century, distinguished by its graceful barley twist shaft and richly enameled floral decoration. Standing 12.125 inches in height with a 4.25-inch diameter base, this candlestick exemplifies the refined craftsmanship associated with the Kashmir Valley’s long-standing decorative arts tradition, particularly in lacquered papier-mâché—an art form brought to prominence under Mughal patronage and later cultivated for export during the British colonial period. The entire surface is meticulously painted in cobalt blue with trailing foliate and floral motifs outlined in raised gold, set against a dark, lacquered ground. The base and midsections are articulated with turned baluster forms, creating rhythmic interruptions in the design. The helical shaft is a particularly rare and sculptural feature, with the twisted openwork providing both structural delicacy and a dynamic sense of movement. The floral decoration is rendered in the naqashi technique, where multiple layers of lacquer and pigment are applied and burnished to a lustrous finish, a hallmark of high-quality Kashmiri papier-mâché. Measures: 12.125" h x 4.25" w (base)

Dimensions:

Height: 12.125 in (30.8 cm)Diameter: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)

Style:

Aesthetic Movement (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Paint,Paper

Place of Origin:

India

Period:

Early 20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

C. 1910

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor wear commensurate with age and use. Small areas of paint loss to rim, drill hole (previously a lamp) and small separation in one twist arm stem which is very typical of these.

Seller Location:

Atlanta, GA

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU7838246012982

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