Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor
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Exceptional pair of engraved crystal candlesticks - Cristallerie de Saint Louis - Dauphin decor

19th century
Empire Style, Consulat
DELIVERY
From: 77260, La Ferté-sous-Jouarre, France

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    We present a rare piece, as elegant as it is historic: a pair of crystal candlesticks signed by the Cristallerie royale de Saint Louis, beautifully acid-etched, featuring a symbolic decoration of the royal Dauphin, emblematic of the heir son to the crown of France.
    Description :


    Height: 52 cm


    Exceptionally fine blown, cut and acid-etched crystal


    Engraved decoration: stylized representation of dolphins, associated since the 14th century with the title of Dauphin of France, worn by the heirs to the throne.


    Gilded base, highlighted with transparent cabochons and moldings typical of the Louis XVI / Empire style


    Provenance: former château in Burgundy


    Condition: perfect, no chips or cracks, clear crystals

    Signed Saint Louis (see photo)


    A work with strong monarchical symbolism
    The dauphin is more than an ornament. It refers to the figure of the Dauphin of France, heir to the throne, whose coat of arms incorporated this mythical motif. Used in the decorative arts of the court under Louis XVI, then reused under the Restoration, this symbol marks a production commissioned for the aristocracy, or even for a circle close to the Royal Household.
    A noble collector's item
    Unquestionably rare, this pair combines the technical excellence of the Cristallerie Saint Louis, a royal manufacture founded in 1586, with an iconography emblematic of the French monarchy. It was probably a special order or a ceremonial gift, reserved for a great noble family or a high royal dignitary.

    Ref: T087HY724A

    Condition Very good
    Style Empire Style, Consulat (Candle holders, Candlesticks of Empire Style, Consulat Style)
    Period 19th century (Candle holders, Candlesticks 19th century)
    Country of origin France
    Materials Crystal
    Shipping Time Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days
    Location 77260, La Ferté-sous-Jouarre, France
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