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Very Handsome Pair of French Empire Period Gilt Brass Candlesticks, Circa 1820

$1,500per set
£1,133.81per set
€1,302.95per set
CA$2,088.74per set
A$2,323.64per set
CHF 1,218.08per set
MX$28,394.30per set
NOK 15,510.73per set
SEK 14,601.21per set
DKK 9,726.06per set
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About the Item

A very handsome & tall pair of early 19th century French Empire gilt brass candlesticks. Both showing reeded columns rising up from circular bases decorated by hand with finely chiseled motifs, to similarly addressed urn-shaped nozzles with detachable bobeches. Constructed in three sections, with the nozzle and column firmly attached to the base by means of a full length threaded metal post. Both disassemble & reassemble easily & securely for ease of cleaning. The pair remain in extremely good overall condition, and are priced competitively in comparison to similar examples in the marketplace.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Diameter: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Cast,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1820
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Both in good condition & exhibiting a fine old patina overall, the reeded columns having various shallow dents, consistent with their age & use.
  • Seller Location:
    Ottawa, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2728333864822

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