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A rare pair of European four-light gilt bronze ‘Directoire’ candlesticks, circa 1810

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Name: A rare pair of European four-light gilt bronze ‘Directoire’ candlesticks, circa 1810
Measurements: Height: 45 cm, Width: 21 cm, Depth: 21 cm
Reference: TOEA100747
Techniques: Engraved
Colors: Gold, Brown, Black

Categories: Decorative Arts Lighting Candlesticks & Candelabras
Materials: Bronze
Styles: Egyptian Revival Revival
Periods: 19th Century Antique Egyptian Revival
Origin and period: Europe

Description

A very unusual strong, good looking pair of four-light candlesticks, made either in Central Europe or Spain. These contain many unusual details.

The design is very different from traditional candlesticks from this period. The supports to the candle holders could be Egyptian Revival characters. The sticks are patinated dark bronze with engraved collars. The urns above the base are decorated with acanthus leaves. The circular bases are partly patinated and guided with unusual motifs.

The central flame can be inverted to become a fifth candle holder.

These are a challenge for collectors to research and attribute. A must to complete a collection.