Candelabrum - Limewood - Ecclesiastical Candelabrum

Important ancient carved wooden candelabrum transformed into a lamp — Italy, late 18th century

Important and elegant antique carved wooden candelabrum, probably of Italian manufacture, datable to the end of the 18th century.

The object originally began as a decorative candelabrum/holder and was likely intended for ecclesiastical or liturgical settings, as suggested by its monumental structure, the tripodal carved base, the Baroque decorative language, and the overall proportions.

Subsequently, during the 20th century (probably the 1950s–1960s), the candelabrum was electrified and converted into a decorative lamp, while preserving the entire original ancient structure. The conversion is reversible and the object can be restored to its original configuration.

The structure is entirely made of hand-carved wood, with rich vegetal motifs, Rococo scrollwork, and a large, shapely base with great plastic quality. The surface still retains splendid original silvered/gilded finishes, with an ancient patina that is extremely fascinating and authentic.

The back photographs clearly show:
• the original wooden construction,
• the traditional gypsum preparation,
• and the ancient decorative techniques.

The subsequent electrification is fully functional. The lamp holder, wiring, and switch belong to a 20th-century intervention, as often happened with ancient candelabra converted into decorative lamps.

Conditions:
The object presents itself in exceptionally good condition for its age. The structure is stable, intact, and extraordinarily well preserved. The silvered/gilded finishes are still very present and harmonious, with no significant losses or evident defects.

Only very slight and natural signs of time remain, almost imperceptible, consistent with the antiquity of the piece and visible only upon close inspection.

The only small visible intervention consists of a hole made in the upper part for the passage of the electrical wire during later electrification, clearly visible in the photographs. This detail does not compromise either the aesthetics or the stability of the object and allows, should desired, a possible restoration to the original candelabrum configuration.

Dimensions:
• Total height with lampshade: 107 cm
• Height of the candelabrum alone: 72 cm
• Diameter of the top plate: 11 cm
• Width of the base: 20 cm
• Height of the decorated base: 23 cm
• Lampshade: height 43 cm
• Lampshade width: 49 cm

Object of great stage presence and strong decorative impact, ideal for historic homes, sacred art collections, classical interior design, or prestigious settings.

Shipping will be carried out with the utmost care and professionalism. The object will be carefully packed with appropriate protective materials to ensure maximum safety during transport and will be shipped directly to the recipient’s home or to the nearest pickup point to the buyer.