Pair of Empire-style Gilt-bronze Five-light Candelabra

Description:

Pair of Empire-style Gilt-bronze Five-light Candelabra, Continental, 19th century, chased armature with gadrooned bobeches suspending etched pendant lustres with floral vines, supported by a fluted column atop a classical figural bust crowned with wreath of pinecone garlands, all suspended by tripartite chimera monopedia and anthemion pendants, atop a shaped beaded onyx base, resting on toupie feet, ht. 28 in.
Estimate $1,200-1,800

The bases are onyx. The edges to the onyx bases with abrasions and small chips. Each needs tightening. Surface wear to gilding, especially to palmettes.


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