19th C French Empire Ormolu Bronze Candle Sticks Ca. 1810
Item History & Price
Beautiful pair of original French Empire ormolu (gold plated bronze) candlesticks with an acanthus leaf motif. The detail in the casting is truly stunning. The candlesticks are in very good antique condition with signs of use consistent with age. The gilt is largley intact, with minor spots of oxidation consistent with age. They make a beautiful impression. One candlestick weighs 1029 g and the second 1044 g. Eac...h is 28.5 cm tall. The original bobeches are removable. The candlesticks are in original condition with the original gilding, they are not polished to resemble gold, nor have they been replated.