Paar monumentale Franse Napoleon III-kandelabers in verguld brons en rood marmer, 19e eeuw - Candelabrum Louis XVI style (2) - Gilt bronze
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Two monumental Napoleon III gilded bronze and red marble six-light candelabra from France, dating to the 19th century (c. 1840–1870), each featuring six lights and measuring 79 cm high, 41 cm wide and 41 cm deep, in good condition with signs of wear.
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An impressive pair of French Napoleon III candelabras with six light points, crafted in richly chased gilded bronze and finely veined red marble.
The candelabras stand no less than 79 cm tall and are characterized by a richly worked composition. The gracefully curved arms are decorated with acanthus leaves and rocaille elements, typical of the lavish decorative style of the Napoleon III period.
Especially striking are the glass bobèches, executed in textured glass and framed by finely worked gilded metal. The transparent glass provides a refined contrast to the richly decorated gilded bronze.
The red marble elements exhibit natural, lively veining and form a strong contrast with the warm gold color of the bronze.
Due to their generous dimensions, symmetrical design, and rich ornamentation, these candelabras convey a pronounced architectural and decorative appearance.
Origin: France
Period: Napoleon III, second half of the 19th century
Material: gilded bronze, red marble and glass
Construction: six light points per candelabrum
Dimensions: H 79 × W 41 cm, each
Quantity: 2
Condition: good condition with signs of use and age appropriate to the item. See the photos for a complete view of the condition.
The photos are part of the description. Our items can be viewed at the Mora Antiques showroom in Bilzen - Hoeselt / Belgium.
An impressive pair of French Napoleon III candelabras with six light points, crafted in richly chased gilded bronze and finely veined red marble.
The candelabras stand no less than 79 cm tall and are characterized by a richly worked composition. The gracefully curved arms are decorated with acanthus leaves and rocaille elements, typical of the lavish decorative style of the Napoleon III period.
Especially striking are the glass bobèches, executed in textured glass and framed by finely worked gilded metal. The transparent glass provides a refined contrast to the richly decorated gilded bronze.
The red marble elements exhibit natural, lively veining and form a strong contrast with the warm gold color of the bronze.
Due to their generous dimensions, symmetrical design, and rich ornamentation, these candelabras convey a pronounced architectural and decorative appearance.
Origin: France
Period: Napoleon III, second half of the 19th century
Material: gilded bronze, red marble and glass
Construction: six light points per candelabrum
Dimensions: H 79 × W 41 cm, each
Quantity: 2
Condition: good condition with signs of use and age appropriate to the item. See the photos for a complete view of the condition.
The photos are part of the description. Our items can be viewed at the Mora Antiques showroom in Bilzen - Hoeselt / Belgium.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Specific region of origin
Paris
Over 200 years old
No
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
France
Material
Bronze, Marble
Designer/artist/maker
Paar monumentale Franse Napoleon III-kandelabers in verguld brons en rood marmer, 19e eeuw
Model
Louis XVI style
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
79 cm
Width
41 cm
Depth
41 cm
Estimated period
19th century (ca. 1840–1870)
