Pair Of Empire Candlesticks By Gérard Jean Galle (1788-1846)

Pair of high quality Empire candlesticks, monogrammed "G F" for Gérard Jean Galle (1788-1846). He was the son and successor of Claude Galle (1759-1815), one of the greatest bronziers of the late 18th century and the empire. Gérard Jean successfully participated at L'exposition des produits de l'industrie Française (in Paris) and was Fournisseur de sa majesté during his career. The candlestics are of mercury-gilded bronze - their original gilding. The finishing with two tones of gilding —matte and smooth— gives optimal reflection with the authentic light of candles.