Candlestick (2) - Swiss stone pine

Pair of carved Swiss pine candlesticks, lacquered and gilded in Empire style.

The candlesticks are monumental candleholders that enjoyed wide diffusion in Italy between the 17th and 19th centuries, used in noble residences and ecclesiastical buildings to illuminate reception rooms. This model features hallmark Empire style characteristics, with a turned stem, gilded decorations, and the use of green and gold that recall the French Neoclassical aesthetic of the early 19th century. The use of Swiss pine, a precious Alpine wood known for its distinctive fragrance and workability, adds further value to these pieces.

These candlesticks are particularly sought after by collectors of period furniture and decorative antiques, as well as by interior designers seeking striking pieces to enhance classical or eclectic interiors. Their value lies in the artisanal craftsmanship of Swiss pine woodwork, in the original polychromy, and in their decorative and historical function. They represent a prestige item for those who love applied art and period furnishing, with particular interest from collectors of Alpine and neoclassical furniture.