Chamberstick - .925 silver - 925 sterling silver






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Solid 925 sterling silver candlestick in the Empire/Biedermeier style with a sculpted dolphin, dating from 1850–1900, height 15 cm, base diameter 9 cm, weight 232 g, in very good condition.
Description from the seller
Exceptional 925 Sterling Silver Candlestick in the Empire / Biedermeier Style with Sculptural Dolphin
An exceptionally decorative 925 sterling silver candlestick, inspired by the refined classical design language of the Empire and Biedermeier periods.
With its harmonious proportions and beautifully sculpted dolphin figure, it combines fine silver craftsmanship with timeless elegance, creating an object of remarkable decorative appeal.
At the centre of the design is a finely modelled dolphin, whose graceful form, delicately chased scales, carefully shaped fins and distinctive stylised head give the candlestick an
almost sculptural quality. The dolphin motif is one of the classical decorative elements associated with the Empire style and was also widely adopted during the Biedermeier period,
drawing inspiration from the ornamental vocabulary of classical antiquity.
The well-balanced composition of the turned circular base, elegantly curved dolphin, spherical knop, drip pan and fluted candle socket reflects excellent craftsmanship and harmonious proportions.
As a result, the candlestick is not merely a functional object but also an elegant work of decorative art.
The candlestick is hallmarked "925 STERLING" together with a lion hallmark, confirming its sterling silver quality. The weighted base provides excellent stability, a characteristic feature of high-quality silver candlesticks.
Condition
The candlestick is in very good, well-preserved condition.
Hallmarked 925 Sterling
Attractive original patina
No visible repairs or damage
Minor age-related signs of use
Excellent overall decorative appearance
Dimensions
Height: approx. 15 cm
Base diameter: approx. 9 cm
Weight: approx. 232 g
Highlights
Solid 925 sterling silver
Elegant dolphin motif inspired by Empire and Biedermeier design
Finely sculpted and carefully modelled craftsmanship
Harmonious classical proportions
High-quality decorative silverwork
Attractive collector's and display piece
This elegant sterling silver candlestick combines refined classical design with fine silversmithing. Its graceful proportions, beautifully sculpted dolphin and high-quality craftsmanship
make it both an attractive collector's item and a sophisticated decorative object for traditional or contemporary interiors.
The photos are an integral part of the description. Private sale: Warranty and guarantee claims, right of return, liability for material defects, and claims for damages are hereby expressly
excluded. The buyer bears the shipping risk. Exclusion of the seller's liability for uninsured shipping: The buyer must explicitly request insured shipping prior to purchase and shall bear
the additional costs for this. Buyers are responsible for any customs and import duties that may apply. The seller is not responsible for delays caused by customs. The buyer is independently
responsible for informing themselves about and complying with the import regulations of their country. Buyers are responsible for any additional shipping costs incurred and must bear these costs.
The actual individual shipping costs always apply.
Sterling Silver • 925 Silver • Dolphin Candlestick • Empire Revival • Classical Style • Antique Silver • Silver Candlestick • Collectible Silver • Decorative Arts • Historic Silver
Exceptional 925 Sterling Silver Candlestick in the Empire / Biedermeier Style with Sculptural Dolphin
An exceptionally decorative 925 sterling silver candlestick, inspired by the refined classical design language of the Empire and Biedermeier periods.
With its harmonious proportions and beautifully sculpted dolphin figure, it combines fine silver craftsmanship with timeless elegance, creating an object of remarkable decorative appeal.
At the centre of the design is a finely modelled dolphin, whose graceful form, delicately chased scales, carefully shaped fins and distinctive stylised head give the candlestick an
almost sculptural quality. The dolphin motif is one of the classical decorative elements associated with the Empire style and was also widely adopted during the Biedermeier period,
drawing inspiration from the ornamental vocabulary of classical antiquity.
The well-balanced composition of the turned circular base, elegantly curved dolphin, spherical knop, drip pan and fluted candle socket reflects excellent craftsmanship and harmonious proportions.
As a result, the candlestick is not merely a functional object but also an elegant work of decorative art.
The candlestick is hallmarked "925 STERLING" together with a lion hallmark, confirming its sterling silver quality. The weighted base provides excellent stability, a characteristic feature of high-quality silver candlesticks.
Condition
The candlestick is in very good, well-preserved condition.
Hallmarked 925 Sterling
Attractive original patina
No visible repairs or damage
Minor age-related signs of use
Excellent overall decorative appearance
Dimensions
Height: approx. 15 cm
Base diameter: approx. 9 cm
Weight: approx. 232 g
Highlights
Solid 925 sterling silver
Elegant dolphin motif inspired by Empire and Biedermeier design
Finely sculpted and carefully modelled craftsmanship
Harmonious classical proportions
High-quality decorative silverwork
Attractive collector's and display piece
This elegant sterling silver candlestick combines refined classical design with fine silversmithing. Its graceful proportions, beautifully sculpted dolphin and high-quality craftsmanship
make it both an attractive collector's item and a sophisticated decorative object for traditional or contemporary interiors.
The photos are an integral part of the description. Private sale: Warranty and guarantee claims, right of return, liability for material defects, and claims for damages are hereby expressly
excluded. The buyer bears the shipping risk. Exclusion of the seller's liability for uninsured shipping: The buyer must explicitly request insured shipping prior to purchase and shall bear
the additional costs for this. Buyers are responsible for any customs and import duties that may apply. The seller is not responsible for delays caused by customs. The buyer is independently
responsible for informing themselves about and complying with the import regulations of their country. Buyers are responsible for any additional shipping costs incurred and must bear these costs.
The actual individual shipping costs always apply.
Sterling Silver • 925 Silver • Dolphin Candlestick • Empire Revival • Classical Style • Antique Silver • Silver Candlestick • Collectible Silver • Decorative Arts • Historic Silver
