Description:
Pair of Louis XV-style Gilt-bronze Five-light Candelabra, France, 19th century, a single drip cup atop a carved support from which a four-light scrolling armature extends, leading to a ram's-head-mounted columnar plinth support upon shaped tripartite base with stylized toupie feet, ht. 28 1/2 in.
Estimate $500-700
The two central drip cups are replacements, additionally another drip cup is also a replacement. Much of the gilding is worn. edges and corners of the marble bases with numerous small chips.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
FranceStuart 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.