Description:
Pair of Meissen Porcelain Figural Four-light Candelabra, Germany, late 19th century, gilt trim and polychrome enamel decorated with allegorical cherubs representing the four seasons, the reverse of one adorned with flowers and fruiting grapevines, the other with wildflowers, crossed swords marks, ht. 19 3/4 in.
Estimate $1,200-1,800
Typical chipping to scattered flower petals of each; a leaf of one drip dish missing below candle nozzle.
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Keywords
GermanyStuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.