Candelabrum - Cast brass - Empire candle holder

Offered is an antique candelabrum (candlestick) from the Empire period, crafted in brass with a dark patinated shaft.

The piece shows the typical features of the Empire / Neoclassicism: clear lines, balanced proportions, and antiquity-inspired forms. Notably, the finely sculpted mascaron on the shaft stands out, a classic design element of this era.

The candelabrum is original, with no later reproduction or historicist copy.

Condition

Good original state of preservation

– age-related signs of wear

– uniform patina

– no detectable breaks or repairs

The condition is authentic and period-appropriate. Not polished or plastered.

Dating

Empire / Late Neoclassicism, ca. 1805–1825

Multi-part construction from solid pieces.