Candelabrum (2) - Gilt bronze, Siena yellow marble





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Pair of three-branch candelabras in gilded bronze and yellow Siena marble, in Empire style dated to 1850–1900, of French origin, each approximately 45 cm high, 24 cm wide and 20 cm deep, weighing about 5 kg total, and in good condition with minor signs of age.
Description from the seller
Pair of three-branch candelabra in gilded bronze and marble in the French Empire style
These chandeliers embody the elegance of the French Empire style, an artistic movement that blossomed during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte at the beginning of the 19th century. The Empire style is characterized by its classical lines, the use of neoclassical motifs, rich gilding in bronze, and the use of precious marble for the bases, reflecting the power and grandeur of the Napoleonic era. The candelabra of this period feature elaborate marble bases, columnar stems, and ornamental arms inspired by Greco-Roman antiquity.
These pieces are particularly appreciated by collectors of period furniture and French antiques, as well as by enthusiasts of Neoclassical decorative art and interior designers seeking prestigious elements for classic interiors. The combination of finely worked gilded bronze and noble marble gives these candelabra aesthetic and historical value that is superior. Their scenographic presence and the quality of craftsmanship make them objects of great interest for those looking to enrich luxurious interiors or create a focal point of refined elegance, highly sought after in the international antique market.
Seller's Story
Pair of three-branch candelabra in gilded bronze and marble in the French Empire style
These chandeliers embody the elegance of the French Empire style, an artistic movement that blossomed during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte at the beginning of the 19th century. The Empire style is characterized by its classical lines, the use of neoclassical motifs, rich gilding in bronze, and the use of precious marble for the bases, reflecting the power and grandeur of the Napoleonic era. The candelabra of this period feature elaborate marble bases, columnar stems, and ornamental arms inspired by Greco-Roman antiquity.
These pieces are particularly appreciated by collectors of period furniture and French antiques, as well as by enthusiasts of Neoclassical decorative art and interior designers seeking prestigious elements for classic interiors. The combination of finely worked gilded bronze and noble marble gives these candelabra aesthetic and historical value that is superior. Their scenographic presence and the quality of craftsmanship make them objects of great interest for those looking to enrich luxurious interiors or create a focal point of refined elegance, highly sought after in the international antique market.

