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Pair of French Late 18th century Louis XVI Ormolu Candlesticks

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A very fine pair of Louis XVI period candlesticks of unusual form. Each with an ovoid white marble body issuing a floral spray with a flower head nozzle, supported by three curved monopodiae descending from eagle heads, each with a ring in the beak, mounted on circular beaded base on three scroll feet. Original gilding and of outstanding quality.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Diameter: 3.55 in (9 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Last Quarter of the 18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Small, minor restoration to the lip of the upper marble element.
  • Seller Location:
    Worpswede / Bremen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 14641stDibs: LU981410573043

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