Candelabrum (2) - Bronze - Classic Warriors
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Two bronze candlesticks from France, dating to 1930–1940, each 33 cm high, 23 cm wide and 23 cm deep, depicting a horseman on horseback with three symmetrical candle arms and a sculptural, classical design.
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They are two gilt-bronze candelabras from the first half of the 20th century that reinterpret classic imagery with a distinctly theatrical flair: each piece is organized around the figure of a horseman, modeled with energy and detail, as if frozen in mid-advance. That sculptural presence makes the candelabras into small domestic monuments, closer to decorative statuary than to a simple candle holder.
The bronze, worked with deep reliefs and dynamic curves, catches the light and multiplies it, creating warm flashes that enhance the horse's musculature, the rider's posture, and the vegetal and undulating motifs that rise toward the arms that hold the candles. The three upper arms, balanced and symmetrical, crown the composition with a solemn, almost ceremonial air.
They are pieces that speak to a historicist taste very typical of the era: objects designed to impress, to occupy a central place on a console, a fireplace, or a sideboard, combining craftsmanship, visual weight, and an epic romanticism that today is especially appealing.
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Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateThey are two gilt-bronze candelabras from the first half of the 20th century that reinterpret classic imagery with a distinctly theatrical flair: each piece is organized around the figure of a horseman, modeled with energy and detail, as if frozen in mid-advance. That sculptural presence makes the candelabras into small domestic monuments, closer to decorative statuary than to a simple candle holder.
The bronze, worked with deep reliefs and dynamic curves, catches the light and multiplies it, creating warm flashes that enhance the horse's musculature, the rider's posture, and the vegetal and undulating motifs that rise toward the arms that hold the candles. The three upper arms, balanced and symmetrical, crown the composition with a solemn, almost ceremonial air.
They are pieces that speak to a historicist taste very typical of the era: objects designed to impress, to occupy a central place on a console, a fireplace, or a sideboard, combining craftsmanship, visual weight, and an epic romanticism that today is especially appealing.
Shipped with tracking and careful packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Classic Warriors
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
France
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
33 cm
Width
23 cm
Depth
23 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
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