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Pair of marble and gilded bronze candlesticks in the Louis XVI style with Chinese figures, late 18th century, shaft of blue turquin marble on a carved gilded bronze base, 31 x 9 x 9 cm, in good condition with age-related wear and stains.

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Description from the seller

Pair of marble and gilded bronze candlesticks, Louis XVI period, said to be Chinese (in the Chinese taste).

The shaft is blue Turquin marble ornamented with chains, resting on a base of gilded and chiselled bronze.
The shaft is surmounted by sculptures in black patina bronze representing Chinese figures.
They bear torches formed from gilded and chiselled acanthus leaves.

French workmanship.

Very good condition (see photos).
Dimensions 31 x 9 x 9 cm

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Pair of marble and gilded bronze candlesticks, Louis XVI period, said to be Chinese (in the Chinese taste).

The shaft is blue Turquin marble ornamented with chains, resting on a base of gilded and chiselled bronze.
The shaft is surmounted by sculptures in black patina bronze representing Chinese figures.
They bear torches formed from gilded and chiselled acanthus leaves.

French workmanship.

Very good condition (see photos).
Dimensions 31 x 9 x 9 cm

Translated Show original

Details

Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of origin
France
Material
Bronze, Marble
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
31 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
late 18th century
FranceVerified
993
Objects sold
81.4%
308
Reviews
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