Candelabrum (2) - Gilt bronze
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Pair of five-branch candelabra in gilt bronze on a marble base, in French Empire style, dating from 1850–1900, height 60 cm, base 30 × 30 cm, weight 22.4 kg, in very good condition.
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Pair of gilt-bronze five-branch candelabra on a marble base, French Empire style
These candelabra reflect the French Empire style, popular during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte (1804-1815) and continued throughout the 19th century. Characterized by elaborate marble bases and stems decorated with neoclassical motifs, these pieces were symbols of prestige in European aristocratic residences. The combination of gilded bronze and marble represented the luxury and refined taste of the era.
Empire-style candelabra are highly valued by collectors of period furniture and enthusiasts of French decorative art. These objects are particularly sought after by interior designers who wish to add a touch of classical elegance to spaces, as well as by museums and galleries specializing in 19th-century decorative arts. Their value lies in both excellent craftsmanship and their ability to evoke the grandeur of the Napoleonic era.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
Translated by Google TranslatePair of gilt-bronze five-branch candelabra on a marble base, French Empire style
These candelabra reflect the French Empire style, popular during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte (1804-1815) and continued throughout the 19th century. Characterized by elaborate marble bases and stems decorated with neoclassical motifs, these pieces were symbols of prestige in European aristocratic residences. The combination of gilded bronze and marble represented the luxury and refined taste of the era.
Empire-style candelabra are highly valued by collectors of period furniture and enthusiasts of French decorative art. These objects are particularly sought after by interior designers who wish to add a touch of classical elegance to spaces, as well as by museums and galleries specializing in 19th-century decorative arts. Their value lies in both excellent craftsmanship and their ability to evoke the grandeur of the Napoleonic era.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
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Era
1400-1900
Weight
22.4 kg
Style subtype
Empire
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
France
Material
Bronze, Marble
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
60 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
30 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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