Candleholder - Brass - altar candlestick

Altaarkandelaar

A robust and stylish antique brass altar candlestick, equipped with a long central pin (pricker) for secure placement of a large altar or Easter candle. This religious object is characterized by a powerful, multi-faceted form with refined relief decorations of stylized roses and leaves on both the broad base and the central knop. The top features a wide hexagonal spill tray to catch dripping wax. Made from heavy cast brass, this candlestick is in a very beautiful and authentic condition with a warm patina formed by time. A wonderful and atmospheric piece for collectors of ecclesiastical antiquities, devotional items, or as a characterful focal point in a classic, Art Deco, or country interior.

The lot measures 32 cm x 19 cm x 19 cm and weighs 4.5 kg. It is very carefully packed and shipped worldwide with tracking.