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Large Pair of 19th Century French Solid Brass Altar Prickets or Candlesticks

$2,300per set
£1,721.52per set
€1,989.23per set
CA$3,189.33per set
A$3,572.46per set
CHF 1,857.28per set
MX$44,112.73per set
NOK 23,660.33per set
SEK 22,367.16per set
DKK 14,844.74per set
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A beautiful pair of 19th century French solid brass cathedral altar prickets or candlesticks from the South of France near Montpellier, circa 1880s. Each is raised on three claw feet having shaped triangular bases with the Virgin Mary, the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and the Holy Trinity depicted in relief. The fluted pillars rest on urn-shaped pedestals and taper upwards to wide cups with flared and fluted rims. The prickets sit in a well within the cup to catch the wax drippings. Lovely aged patina. Dimensions: h - 32.5" w - 8" d - 8"
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Birmingham, AL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: LOP3351stDibs: LU1156233702322

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