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Monumental Pr. 19th Century Kashmiri Lacquered Papier-Mâché Floor Candlesticks

$6,800per set

£5,254.18per set

€6,074.33per set

CA$9,608.89per set

A$10,777.01per set

CHF 5,643.75per set

MX$130,951.19per set

NOK 71,666.22per set

SEK 67,944.63per set

DKK 45,341.67per set

About the Item

A monumental pair of 19th-century Kashmiri floor-standing candlesticks, masterfully crafted in richly lacquered and hand-painted papier-mâché. Remarkable both for their scale—each measuring 36.5 inches in height—and for their complex decorative and structural execution, these candlesticks embody the height of ornamental papier-mâché work exported from the Kashmir Valley during the late 19th century. Each candlestick is raised on a domed foot with a wide profile, transitioning into a series of intricately turned and bulbous sections. The central column is defined by an elaborate double-helix openwork structure—an uncommon and technically ambitious feature in papier-mâché—that lends a sense of architectural rhythm and lightness. The entire surface is richly enameled in the traditional Kashmiri style, with dense floral and foliate designs meticulously hand-painted in polychrome hues of vermilion, ochre, cobalt, and forest green against a gilt ground, then sealed under multiple layers of clear lacquer. The floral motifs, deeply influenced by Mughal design traditions, include stylized blossoms and scrolling vines rendered in a rhythmic, allover pattern. These objects were likely produced in Srinagar or its environs, where papier-mâché artisans catered to both local nobility and the growing international demand from British and European patrons in the colonial period. Their size suggests they may have been created for use in a ceremonial hall, temple setting, or as grand decorative accessories in a wealthy domestic interior. This rare pair of candlesticks demonstrates the virtuosity and refinement of Kashmiri papier-mâché at its zenith—combining monumental form with ornamental intricacy and cultural specificity. Their preservation and decorative richness make them a significant example of 19th-century South Asian decorative arts, remarkable for both their artistry and their commanding sculptural presence.

Dimensions:

Height: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Diameter: 8 in (20.32 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 2

Style:

Anglo-Indian (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Lacquer

Place of Origin:

India

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

19th century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. In overall good display condition - both with wax residue to candle cups - some paint loss to surfaces, drill holes (previously lamps), small areas of separation.

Seller Location:

Atlanta, GA

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU7838246077102

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