Candelabrum - Bronze - Cherubim





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Description from the seller
They are a pair of five-light candelabras crafted in gilded bronze, executed with the theatrical refinement characteristic of Napoleon III’s era. Each piece is organized around a central cherub modeled in the round, seated on a rocaille base and holding a small flame-like attribute that acts as the visual axis. The figure, with soft anatomy and a serene expression, adds an intimate and almost playful touch to the piece, balancing the exuberant ornamental richness above.
From the rear area of the cherub rises a sinuous shaft, enriched with leaves, scrolls and volutes that unfold into a branching network of curved arms. These arms culminate in five candlesticks arranged in a crown, each with a small bowl (cazoleta) and finely chiselled bobèches. The bronze preserves a warm gilding, with nuances that enhance the volumes and the depth of the modelling.
The set conveys that mix of theatricality, luxury and fantasy so characteristic of the Second Empire: pieces designed to dress a drawing room, a sideboard or a console with light, brilliance and sculptural presence.
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Seller's Story
They are a pair of five-light candelabras crafted in gilded bronze, executed with the theatrical refinement characteristic of Napoleon III’s era. Each piece is organized around a central cherub modeled in the round, seated on a rocaille base and holding a small flame-like attribute that acts as the visual axis. The figure, with soft anatomy and a serene expression, adds an intimate and almost playful touch to the piece, balancing the exuberant ornamental richness above.
From the rear area of the cherub rises a sinuous shaft, enriched with leaves, scrolls and volutes that unfold into a branching network of curved arms. These arms culminate in five candlesticks arranged in a crown, each with a small bowl (cazoleta) and finely chiselled bobèches. The bronze preserves a warm gilding, with nuances that enhance the volumes and the depth of the modelling.
The set conveys that mix of theatricality, luxury and fantasy so characteristic of the Second Empire: pieces designed to dress a drawing room, a sideboard or a console with light, brilliance and sculptural presence.
Certified shipping and careful packaging.

