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A Tall Pair of 18th Century Giltwood Candlesticks from France

$4,900per set
£3,687.14per set
€4,262.62per set
CA$6,918.94per set
A$7,502.16per set
CHF 3,981.31per set
MX$92,398.62per set
NOK 49,345.79per set
SEK 46,571.08per set
DKK 31,817.24per set

About the Item

More information coming soon… Dating to the 1700s, this pair of French giltwood candlesticks are a towering 45 inches tall. The tripartite base consists of curled acanthus feet over tight volute whorls. The undulating columns are adorned with a variety of rings of beading and gadroon, leaf cups, and curled acanthus. Topped by a wide, saucer bobeche of beading over a flat leaf cup with an electric light source (although the electrification has been removed).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 45 in (114.3 cm)Width: 11.75 in (29.85 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1700s
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Traces of old touch-ups as a result of losses to gilding. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good antique condition. Commensurate gilt losses, resulting in old touch-ups. Minor age separations. Light rubs and buildup. The candlesticks are no longer electrified and there is some wear to the faux candle sleeves, which can be replaced.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1224-171stDibs: LU906346598872

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