A. Frénais - Candelabrum Model No. 3 (2) - Solid Brass, Silver - Belle Époque (1890–1910)

Elegant pair of solid brass candle holders with silver finish, made in Paris during the Belle Époque (circa 1890–1910) and signed A. Frénais – Paris, an goldsmith active between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Frénais's production was aimed at the Parisian bourgeoisie, attentive to material quality and discreet elegance in table and salon objects. His pieces still stand out today for their balanced proportions, fine lines, and durable silvering.

The candlesticks bear period hallmarks that are perfectly legible.
the hallmark A F, typical of Parisian workshops specializing in silver plating on brass
The signature A. FRÉNAIS accompanied by the number '3', indicating the catalog model.
and the hallmark '9', indicating good quality silver plating that is solid and durable.
These brands guarantee the authenticity of the piece, its correct attribution, and original production, without modern re-gilding or recent reproduction.

The model is of Louis XVI / neoclassical style, with a slender shaft, molded central knot, and a circular base with steps: a balanced and harmonious line, typical of bourgeois salon furniture and Parisian reception interiors from the late 19th century. These are authentic objects, not modern copies.

In good overall condition, they retain an original patina consistent with their age. The silvering is original, unrestored, with slight signs of use, and the structure is solid and stable.

Refined decorative pieces that are elegant both in display and use, reflecting the cultivated domestic taste of the French Belle Époque.
A fine example of Parisian material culture from the era.

Height: 23 cm

Base diameter: 12 cm.

Weight: approx. 420 g each (840 g per pair)





Elegant pair of French brass candelabra fully silvered, made in Paris during the Belle Époque (circa 1890–1910) and signed A. Frénais – Paris, silversmith active between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Frénais's production was aimed at the Parisian bourgeoisie of the time, attentive to material quality and the understated elegance of dining and salon furnishings, and it still stands out today for its balanced proportions and durable silvering.

The candelabra feature original, clearly legible vintage stamps: the stamp A F, typical of Parisian workshops specializing in silvering on brass; the signature A. FRÉNAIS accompanied by the number '3', indicating the catalog model; and the stamp '9', which signals a high-quality silvering designed to withstand use over time.

The model is in the Louis XVI / neoclassical style, with a slender column, shaped central knot, and a circular stepped base: an elegant, harmonious, and discreet line, typical of bourgeois salon and reception room furnishings in late-century Paris. These are authentic objects from the period, not modern reproductions or later replacements.

In good overall condition, they retain an original patina pleasantly consistent with their age. The silvering is original, unrestored, with minimal signs of use, and the structure is solid and well stable. Refined decorative pieces, but also functional and elegant for everyday use.

Height: 23 cm

Base diameter: 12 cm

Weight: approximately 420 g each (total 840 g for the pair).