Pair of Napoleon III Porcelain and Gilt-bronze Figural Candelabra

Description:

Pair of Napoleon III Porcelain and Gilt-bronze Figural Candelabra, France, mid-19th century, each with a draped classical female figure supporting seven foliate-decorated sconces, all mounted atop gilt-trimmed columnar plinths, inscribed mark "L.V.E. ROBERT" after Louis Valentin Elis Robert, ht. 29 3/4 in.
Estimate $2,000-4,000

Light gilt wear along the edges of the bases; no evidence of any cracks, chips or restorations.


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