Candlestick model "Putto Alato" in Baroque Style with acanthus scrolls and relief geometric motifs – 20th - Brass
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Selected by Elena Napoleone
Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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Brass candlestick with a full-round sculpted putto, finished in gold, dating to the 1950s–1960s and originating from Italy, measuring 23 cm high, 9 cm wide and 9 cm deep, in good used condition with age-related marks.
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Up for auction, an enchanting single candlestick in gilded brass (or light bronze), featuring a splendid full-round sculptural work. The piece rests on a solid circular base finely decorated with acanthus and raised geometric motifs.
The artistic centerpiece of the candlestick is the figure of a putto (or cherub). In classical and Baroque art, the putto is not just a decorative element, but a symbol of purity, joy, and a connection with the spiritual world. In this piece, the little angel is depicted in a dynamic and sinuous pose (chiasmo), with wings spread and a draped garment gently enveloping the body. With the left arm raised high, he gracefully supports the candle dish, transforming a functional object into a true tabletop sculpture.
Material: Solid brass (or bronze) with a gilded finish.
Details: The candle socket features an elegant burnished decoration in contrast with volute motifs.
Patina: The piece displays a beautiful patina of time, with naturally darkened areas that accentuate the depth of the reliefs and the sculpture’s three-dimensionality.
Conditions: Vintage. Signs of wear consistent with age (see photos for details).
Dimensions: about 23 x 9 x 9 cm
A piece of high-class decoration, perfect for lighting a console table, a fireplace, or to enrich a collection of antique brass objects.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our Catawiki store. Our journey in online sales began back in 2004, driven by a clear vision: creating online auctions dedicated to high-value objects.
Today, more than twenty years later, we carry forward that exact same vision. We are proud to have remained a small, family-run business, yet operating with the solidity and scale of major industry professionals: each year, we welcome more than 100 new clients, purchase over 150 lots, and select between 3,000 and 5,000 unique items to offer you.
Our commitment is reflected in everything we do, from the initial find to the final delivery to your doorstep:
• A Purchase with Social Value: Buying from us means securing a great deal while actively supporting the future of young Italian students. We collaborate closely with 3 graphic design and advertising schools in Milan, Bergamo, and Lecco.
We invest our time and expertise to teach these students the secrets of online sales, professional photography, and marketing. By choosing us, you are tangibly contributing to their education and career paths.
• Field Research and Discovery: For years, we have been personally scouting the most remote locations across Lombardy to find unique pieces, rarities, oddities, and mid-century modern design.
• We Invest Our Own Capital: We do not sell on consignment. We invest our own capital upfront to purchase and restore every single item, taking on all the risks ourselves.
• Direct Dealings with No Intermediaries: We manage every single price personally.
This allows us to eliminate third-party costs and ensure you get the best possible profit margin as a buyer or collector.
• Meticulous Restoration and Quality Control: We get our hands dirty. Every item is carefully restored and verified with an obsessive eye for detail before going up for auction.
• Secure and Eco-Friendly Shipping: To prevent inflated shipping costs and ensure indestructible packaging, my wife and I head out almost every evening, often at unusual hours, to collect heavy-duty industrial cardboard from businesses in our neighborhood.
We hand-select only pre-evaluated, ultra-resistant materials to offer you maximum protection at the lowest possible cost.
Choosing our lots means relying on the historic expertise of a family that has lived this passion since 2004, while investing in the next generation. Our schools and students thank you deeply for your trust.
Happy bidding!
Translated by Google TranslateUp for auction, an enchanting single candlestick in gilded brass (or light bronze), featuring a splendid full-round sculptural work. The piece rests on a solid circular base finely decorated with acanthus and raised geometric motifs.
The artistic centerpiece of the candlestick is the figure of a putto (or cherub). In classical and Baroque art, the putto is not just a decorative element, but a symbol of purity, joy, and a connection with the spiritual world. In this piece, the little angel is depicted in a dynamic and sinuous pose (chiasmo), with wings spread and a draped garment gently enveloping the body. With the left arm raised high, he gracefully supports the candle dish, transforming a functional object into a true tabletop sculpture.
Material: Solid brass (or bronze) with a gilded finish.
Details: The candle socket features an elegant burnished decoration in contrast with volute motifs.
Patina: The piece displays a beautiful patina of time, with naturally darkened areas that accentuate the depth of the reliefs and the sculpture’s three-dimensionality.
Conditions: Vintage. Signs of wear consistent with age (see photos for details).
Dimensions: about 23 x 9 x 9 cm
A piece of high-class decoration, perfect for lighting a console table, a fireplace, or to enrich a collection of antique brass objects.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our Catawiki store. Our journey in online sales began back in 2004, driven by a clear vision: creating online auctions dedicated to high-value objects.
Today, more than twenty years later, we carry forward that exact same vision. We are proud to have remained a small, family-run business, yet operating with the solidity and scale of major industry professionals: each year, we welcome more than 100 new clients, purchase over 150 lots, and select between 3,000 and 5,000 unique items to offer you.
Our commitment is reflected in everything we do, from the initial find to the final delivery to your doorstep:
• A Purchase with Social Value: Buying from us means securing a great deal while actively supporting the future of young Italian students. We collaborate closely with 3 graphic design and advertising schools in Milan, Bergamo, and Lecco.
We invest our time and expertise to teach these students the secrets of online sales, professional photography, and marketing. By choosing us, you are tangibly contributing to their education and career paths.
• Field Research and Discovery: For years, we have been personally scouting the most remote locations across Lombardy to find unique pieces, rarities, oddities, and mid-century modern design.
• We Invest Our Own Capital: We do not sell on consignment. We invest our own capital upfront to purchase and restore every single item, taking on all the risks ourselves.
• Direct Dealings with No Intermediaries: We manage every single price personally.
This allows us to eliminate third-party costs and ensure you get the best possible profit margin as a buyer or collector.
• Meticulous Restoration and Quality Control: We get our hands dirty. Every item is carefully restored and verified with an obsessive eye for detail before going up for auction.
• Secure and Eco-Friendly Shipping: To prevent inflated shipping costs and ensure indestructible packaging, my wife and I head out almost every evening, often at unusual hours, to collect heavy-duty industrial cardboard from businesses in our neighborhood.
We hand-select only pre-evaluated, ultra-resistant materials to offer you maximum protection at the lowest possible cost.
Choosing our lots means relying on the historic expertise of a family that has lived this passion since 2004, while investing in the next generation. Our schools and students thank you deeply for your trust.
Happy bidding!
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Brass
Model
model "Putto Alato" in Baroque Style with acanthus scrolls and relief geometric motifs – 20th
Colour
Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
23 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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