Candelabrum (2) - Gilt bronze - Empire fire-gilded
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Pair of circa 1820 Empire fire-gilded bronze candelabra, 30 cm high, 19.5 cm wide, 12 cm deep, in very good condition and made in France.
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Description – German
Exceptional pair of museum-quality Empire candelabras from around 1820.
Made from solid bronze casting and authentically fire-gilded, of high quality.
craftsmanship quality and classic elegance
The candelabras stand on round bases with a red marble foundation and display
the strict symmetry lines typical of the Empire, finely detailed craftsmanship
Details and balanced proportions. Each candelabrum has five
Curved arms with richly decorated nozzles.
Dimensions:
about 30 cm
Width approximately 19.5 cm
Material
Bronze, fire-gilded
Base with red marble
state
Very good, authentic condition. Age-related, minimal.
Signs of use, no restorations detectable. Exceptional gilding.
just received
A rare, high-quality pair from the French Empire period – ideal for
Collectors, interior connoisseurs, or as a representative object.
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Description – English
Exceptional pair of museum-quality Empire candelabra dating to circa 1820.
Cast in solid bronze and finely fire-gilded, displaying outstanding
craftsmanship and elegant classical proportions.
The candelabra rest on circular bases with red marble plinths and feature the
Strict symmetry and refined ornamentation characteristic of the Empire.
Period. Each piece is fitted with five gracefully curved arms and finely
Chased candle cups.
Dimensions:
Height approximately 30 cm.
Width approximately 19.5 cm
Material
Fire-gilded bronze
Bases with red marble
Condition:
Very good and authentic condition. Only minimal signs of age-related wear.
No visible restorations. Gilding is remarkably well preserved.
A rare and highly decorative pair from the French Empire period – perfectly suited for collectors or high-end interiors.
Description – German
Exceptional pair of museum-quality Empire candelabras from around 1820.
Made from solid bronze casting and authentically fire-gilded, of high quality.
craftsmanship quality and classic elegance
The candelabras stand on round bases with a red marble foundation and display
the strict symmetry lines typical of the Empire, finely detailed craftsmanship
Details and balanced proportions. Each candelabrum has five
Curved arms with richly decorated nozzles.
Dimensions:
about 30 cm
Width approximately 19.5 cm
Material
Bronze, fire-gilded
Base with red marble
state
Very good, authentic condition. Age-related, minimal.
Signs of use, no restorations detectable. Exceptional gilding.
just received
A rare, high-quality pair from the French Empire period – ideal for
Collectors, interior connoisseurs, or as a representative object.
⸻
Description – English
Exceptional pair of museum-quality Empire candelabra dating to circa 1820.
Cast in solid bronze and finely fire-gilded, displaying outstanding
craftsmanship and elegant classical proportions.
The candelabra rest on circular bases with red marble plinths and feature the
Strict symmetry and refined ornamentation characteristic of the Empire.
Period. Each piece is fitted with five gracefully curved arms and finely
Chased candle cups.
Dimensions:
Height approximately 30 cm.
Width approximately 19.5 cm
Material
Fire-gilded bronze
Bases with red marble
Condition:
Very good and authentic condition. Only minimal signs of age-related wear.
No visible restorations. Gilding is remarkably well preserved.
A rare and highly decorative pair from the French Empire period – perfectly suited for collectors or high-end interiors.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Empire
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Title additional information
Empire fire-gilded
No. of items
2
Country of Origin
France
Material
Bronze
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
30 cm
Width
19.5 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
19th century
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