Pair of Gilt and Patinated Bronze Candlesticks with Lion's Hocks, Early 19th Century

Superb pair of gilt and patinated bronze candlesticks with lion's paw feet. Early 19th century, circa 1820, Restoration period.

Dimensions: Height 30 cm; Base: 13 cm x 13 cm; Maximum width

Condition: Sumptuous original mercury gilding. Magnificent brown-green patina. Superb original condition. Minimal signs of use and age. Exquisitely chased. Superb craftsmanship, with 10 bronze pieces per candlestick.

The contrast between the gold and the patina enhances the quality of each part, creating a superb and striking decorative effect with beautiful dimensions and proportions.

Description of the Torch's Architecture

The structure rests on an elegant tripod base, alternating concave and flat surfaces highlighted by moldings. It is encircled by a delicate, continuous egg-and-dart frieze, upon which rise three lion's paws. These paws, ending in clawed feet, are adorned with rich, enveloping acanthus leaves.

The superbly crafted shaft adopts a baluster shape, its rounded base decorated with a rich palmette motif. The delicately fluted column body flares out at the top to accommodate large, drooping laurel leaves.

The top is crowned by a circular candle holder adorned with a profusion of leaves and rosettes. The whole is completed by a removable candle holder with a basin, whose fluted decoration echoes the work on the shaft.

Provenance: Private Collection. We have a clock from the same period and provenance, which were displayed together in a fine salon. (Abundance Clock - see website, see photos)

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