Rare Brass Torch - South Germany (?), 17th Century

Rare FLAMBEAU with tripod base with claw foot carrying the twisted barrel topped with a pommel with balusters and rings, on which can slide the two arms carrying horizontal bobèches and screwed binets. A tightening screw allows the immobilization of the arms on the barrel at the chosen height. Height: 39.8 cm.
Southern GERMANY (?), 17th century

In good condition, pitting is reported on the stem and on the sockets.
Screws allow the complete dismantling of all the elements
A copy of the same type in wrought iron is kept in Hamburg at the Museum Kunst und Gewerbe
Bibliography: “Candeliers, lamps and wall lights” by S.Wechssler-Kümmel – Freiburg Book Office

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GUARANTEE

Former professor at IDETH (Institute of Technical and Historical Studies of the Art Object)
Former professor at the EAC (School of Art and Communication)
Former member of the UFE (French Union of Experts)
Expert specialist in pewter for almost 40 years I guarantee the object is authentic described above.
A detailed descriptive invoice accompanied by a photograph will be given to the purchaser on request.

PAYMENT

- By French check payable to COMMENCHAL Jean-Claude
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IBAN: FR76 3002 7160 2700 0206 4620 173
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SHIPPING

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