Candleholder - Alloy
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Pair of large Neoclassical Louis XVI style candlesticks, silver-plated over a heavy metal alloy, made in France, dating to 1960–1970, with an inverted pyramidal stem and a multi‑level square base, about 25 cm high and 13 cm wide, total weight around 1.5 kg, in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear and a blue felt base protection.
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Pair of Large Neoclassical Candelabras – Louis XVI Style – Silver Plating – 20th Century
Description
Lot Description:
Elegant pair of large-dimension candelabras, crafted with detailed relief work in Neoclassical style (Louis XVI). The pieces have a solid and heavy structure, weighing in total approximately 1.5 kg.
Design Details:
Fuste (Body): Inverted pyramidal shape, decorated with classic motifs of flower garlands, ribbons and the iconic ram heads, typical symbols of the French Neoclassical period.
Base: Quadrangular with several levels of chiselled frames and phytomorphic motifs.
Finish: High-quality silver plating. The base features blue felt protection to preserve the contact surfaces.
Condition:
The pieces are in good vintage condition, presenting an authentic patina that highlights the chiselled details. Some natural wear points on the silver plating can be observed (revealing the warm tone of the base metal on some edges), which gives the pieces a historical and genuine character. No visible structural deformations.
Specifications:
Quantity: 2 (Pair)
Total Weight: approx. 1,500 grams
Material: Heavy metal alloy (non-magnetic) with silver plating.
Style: Neoclassical / Louis XVI.
Pair of Large Neoclassical Candelabras – Louis XVI Style – Silver Plating – 20th Century
Description
Lot Description:
Elegant pair of large-dimension candelabras, crafted with detailed relief work in Neoclassical style (Louis XVI). The pieces have a solid and heavy structure, weighing in total approximately 1.5 kg.
Design Details:
Fuste (Body): Inverted pyramidal shape, decorated with classic motifs of flower garlands, ribbons and the iconic ram heads, typical symbols of the French Neoclassical period.
Base: Quadrangular with several levels of chiselled frames and phytomorphic motifs.
Finish: High-quality silver plating. The base features blue felt protection to preserve the contact surfaces.
Condition:
The pieces are in good vintage condition, presenting an authentic patina that highlights the chiselled details. Some natural wear points on the silver plating can be observed (revealing the warm tone of the base metal on some edges), which gives the pieces a historical and genuine character. No visible structural deformations.
Specifications:
Quantity: 2 (Pair)
Total Weight: approx. 1,500 grams
Material: Heavy metal alloy (non-magnetic) with silver plating.
Style: Neoclassical / Louis XVI.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of Origin
France
Material
Alloy
Style
Antique
Colour
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
25 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
