Degrelle - Candlestick (2) - Brass - Degrelle Brass Hurricanes

Pair of Large Neoclassical Solid Brass Hurricane Lamps – Etched Glass by Degrelle, Belgium – Circa 1930

Offered here is an exceptional pair of tall hurricane-style candlesticks, a testament to early 20th-century European craftsmanship. These pieces are constructed from solid brass, featuring a heavy, stepped circular base and a slender, elegant column that terminates in a decorative perforated gallery.

The crowning feature of this pair is the exquisite glass shades. Each shade is decorated with a detailed, acid-etched floral and foliate motif that wraps around the body of the glass. The glass is signed with the acid mark "DEGRELLE MADE IN BELGIUM." The Degrelle workshop was a respected producer of fine glassware in the first half of the 20th century, often associated with the high-quality output of the Belgian glass-making tradition.

Standing at a commanding height of over 50 cm, these lamps provide a grand presence. The perforated brass galleries allow for proper ventilation while protecting the flame, making them as functional as they are decorative.

Condition Report:
The pair is in very good vintage condition. The solid brass bases exhibit a lovely, warm patina with only minor surface marks and light oxidation consistent with age. The glass shades remain remarkably well-preserved with no cracks or major chips. There is minor wax residue in the candle wells, which confirms their authentic use.

Technical Specifications:

Total Height: 525 mm
Material: Solid Brass and Acid-Etched Glass
Maker (Glass): Degrelle, Belgium
Base Diameter: 125 mm
Glass Maximum Diameter: 160 mm
Period: First half of the 20th Century (c. 1930s)