Candelabrum - Gilt bronze - H : 40 cm

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Description from the seller

Pair of candelabra in gilt bronze in the Louis XV style with putti

These candelabra represent the elegance of French taste in the nineteenth century, inspired by the Rococo Louis XV style characterized by asymmetrical scrolls and naturalistic decorations. The presence of putti (cherubs) on the summit and the elaborate Rocaille scrolls testify to the skill of French artisans in interpreting eighteenth-century decorative motifs. Made in gilt bronze with marble bases and cut crystal cups, these pieces embody the luxury and refinement of bourgeois 19th-century furnishings.

These candelabra are particularly appreciated by collectors of French decorative art and by enthusiasts of period furnishings who wish to enrich classical or eclectic surroundings. Their scenographic presence and workmanship make them sought-after pieces for formal dining rooms, elegant sitting rooms, or private collections of decorative bronzes. The European and American antique market shows a steady interest in candelabra from this period, especially when presented in pairs and in good conservative condition.

Seller's Story

Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality. Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
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Pair of candelabra in gilt bronze in the Louis XV style with putti

These candelabra represent the elegance of French taste in the nineteenth century, inspired by the Rococo Louis XV style characterized by asymmetrical scrolls and naturalistic decorations. The presence of putti (cherubs) on the summit and the elaborate Rocaille scrolls testify to the skill of French artisans in interpreting eighteenth-century decorative motifs. Made in gilt bronze with marble bases and cut crystal cups, these pieces embody the luxury and refinement of bourgeois 19th-century furnishings.

These candelabra are particularly appreciated by collectors of French decorative art and by enthusiasts of period furnishings who wish to enrich classical or eclectic surroundings. Their scenographic presence and workmanship make them sought-after pieces for formal dining rooms, elegant sitting rooms, or private collections of decorative bronzes. The European and American antique market shows a steady interest in candelabra from this period, especially when presented in pairs and in good conservative condition.

Seller's Story

Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality. Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Louis XV Style
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Title additional information
H : 40 cm
Country of origin
France
Material
Bronze, Glass, Marble
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
40 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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Objects sold
75%
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