Napoléon III - Candelabrum - Marble, Metal - Pair of Candelabras

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Estimate  € 200 - € 250
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€112
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€102
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€100

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This pair of Napoléon III-era candelabra, dating from 1850–1900, combines black marble with pink veining and floral decoration with finely chased gilded-metal foliage, baluster-shaped bodies and claw feet, in an Empire- and Neoclassical-inspired style, and each measures 65 × 24 × 24 cm.

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Magnificent impressive pair of large Napoléon III period candlesticks from France.

A sumptuous and rare pair of large Napoléon III period candlesticks (19th century), in a style inspired by the Empire and Neoclassicism.

Pieces of very high decorative quality, each candelabrum weighs more than 4 kilograms.

Each piece comprises:

• A bouquet of branches for a candle holder: finely chiselled foliage decorations in gilded metal.

• The central body: in the shape of a baluster vase in gilded metal.

• The pedestal: a double base in black marble with pinkish hues and floral decor.

• The feet: four impressive claw feet in gilded metal in rocaille/baroque style.

In very good overall condition for their age. The gilded patina is in very good condition. A slight impact to the back on one of the candlesticks with no consequence to its stability.

Dimensions:
Total height 65 cm
Total diameter 24 cm
Base 11 × 14 cm

Fast and highly protected shipping.

Magnificent impressive pair of large Napoléon III period candlesticks from France.

A sumptuous and rare pair of large Napoléon III period candlesticks (19th century), in a style inspired by the Empire and Neoclassicism.

Pieces of very high decorative quality, each candelabrum weighs more than 4 kilograms.

Each piece comprises:

• A bouquet of branches for a candle holder: finely chiselled foliage decorations in gilded metal.

• The central body: in the shape of a baluster vase in gilded metal.

• The pedestal: a double base in black marble with pinkish hues and floral decor.

• The feet: four impressive claw feet in gilded metal in rocaille/baroque style.

In very good overall condition for their age. The gilded patina is in very good condition. A slight impact to the back on one of the candlesticks with no consequence to its stability.

Dimensions:
Total height 65 cm
Total diameter 24 cm
Base 11 × 14 cm

Fast and highly protected shipping.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Pair of Candelabras
Country of origin
France
Material
Marble, Metal
Designer/artist/maker
Napoléon III
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
65 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
24 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
FranceVerified
4283
Objects sold
98.84%
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