Candelabrum - Bronze - Cherubim





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Description from the seller
They are a pair of five-light candelabra made of gilded bronze, worked with that theatrical refinement so typical of Napoléon III’s taste. Each piece centers around a central cherub modeled in the round, seated on a rocaille base and holding a small flame-shaped 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 ensemble, balancing the upper ornamental exuberance.
From the back of the cherub rises a sinuous shaft, enriched with leaves, scrolls, and volutes that unfurl into an arboreal arrangement of curved arms. These arms culminate in five candlesticks arranged in a crown, each with a finely chiseled cup and bobèche. The bronze retains a warm gilding, with nuances that enhance the volumes and the depth of the modeling.
The set conveys that blend of theatricality, luxury, and fantasy so characteristic of the Second Empire: pieces designed to dress a salon, a sideboard, or a console with light, shine, and sculptural presence.
Shipped with tracking and careful packaging.
Seller's Story
They are a pair of five-light candelabra made of gilded bronze, worked with that theatrical refinement so typical of Napoléon III’s taste. Each piece centers around a central cherub modeled in the round, seated on a rocaille base and holding a small flame-shaped 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 ensemble, balancing the upper ornamental exuberance.
From the back of the cherub rises a sinuous shaft, enriched with leaves, scrolls, and volutes that unfurl into an arboreal arrangement of curved arms. These arms culminate in five candlesticks arranged in a crown, each with a finely chiseled cup and bobèche. The bronze retains a warm gilding, with nuances that enhance the volumes and the depth of the modeling.
The set conveys that blend of theatricality, luxury, and fantasy so characteristic of the Second Empire: pieces designed to dress a salon, a sideboard, or a console with light, shine, and sculptural presence.
Shipped with tracking and careful packaging.

