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18th Century Italian Gold Leaf Candlestick with Chalcopyrite and Baroque Pearls

$1,250
£945.71
€1,091.50
CA$1,745.90
A$1,941.11
CHF 1,016.05
MX$23,807.07
NOK 12,936.94
SEK 12,214
DKK 8,145.11
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About the Item

Sculptural 18th century Italian candlestick mounted on chalcopyrite and adorned with baroque pearls. This fragment was originally part of a candlestick from a historical church in Italy. It is distressed from time but still has the original gold leaf on aspects of the piece which coordinates with the chalcopyrite and baroque pearls. The fragment artifact has been preserved and transformed by Jean O'Reilly Barlow, the creative director of Interi. The date of manufacture reflects and period shows that the Italian candlestick is originally 18th century. Together, the elements create a contemporary, yet historically significant sculptural work of organic and old.
  • Creator:
    Interi (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1700
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Interi transforms Italian artifacts using artistic methods and contemporary interpretations. The Italian artifact has been joined together with the natural elements to create a sculptural work of art.. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5127135485312

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