Up for auction is a large six-armed floor candelabra—a superlative example of Polish artistic metalwork from the 1960s and 1970s. The candelabra was crafted using hand-forging and steel-bending techniques. The "antique gold" (brass-plated) finish has acquired a multi-dimensional depth and a noble luster over the decades—a patina that is impossible to replicate in modern reproductions. It was acquired during the height of Cepelia—the state institution promoting top-tier Polish artistic handicrafts—and has remained in the hands of a single family (the great-grandparents of the current owner) since it was new. It is a rare example of bespoke metalwork; the lack of a signature is typical for individual workshop commissions of that era. The candelabra is preserved in authentic vintage condition. The piece features a "honest patina." Visible traces of surface oxidation (surface rust) on the lower sections of the structure act as a "biological clock," confirming the age and authenticity of the material. Trace amounts of wax may be present inside the candle cups—a testament to the object's historical use, which does not detract from its aesthetics but rather adds to its authenticity. Height: approx. 122 cm Arm Span: approx. 44 cm Base Diameter: 33 cm Weight: approx. 4–5 kg Dating: approx. 1960–1975