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Pair of Italian Empire Early 19th Century Silver Candlesticks, Rome, circa 1811

$2,742.26per set
£2,031.60per set
€2,300per set
CA$3,756.75per set
A$4,168.43per set
CHF 2,183.52per set
MX$51,116.20per set
NOK 27,773.57per set
SEK 26,217.06per set
DKK 17,495.59per set
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About the Item

This pair of elegant 19th century Italian Empire period (1811-1817) silver chiseled candlesticks show a simple but elegant design and shape. The conical structure embellished with festoon and garlands rests on an unfilled round base decorated with acanthus leaves offset olive-shaped grommets adorned with a frieze of palmettes and a flat, plate-shaped drip edge. Smooth design of the surface divided by delicate leaf and cord friezes. These candleholders were crafted between 1811 and 1817 in Rome during the occupation of city by the French Empire. The style was called ‘Regency’ in England and USA, ‘Empire’ in France and Italy. Branded by the Roman French occupation control hallmark dated 1811-1814 Fineness mark: Silver 800 for large objects 1815-1817 Both in extremely good condition of use. Recently Hand polished and ready for immediate use and to decorate your home and festive tables. Measures: Height 25 cm, Diameter 12 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Diameter: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1811-1817
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Firenze, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Galleria Antonio Esposito di Chiara Esposito1stDibs: LU950328825802

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