Antique Pair Of Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Candelabras Love Putti Candle Holder 55 Cm 19th Century Candlestick

Pair of 19th century candelabras in gilded bronze and white marble – Putti supporting floral bouquets – 50 cmCharming pair of 19th century candelabras, in finely chiseled and gilded bronze, depicting putti supporting rich floral bouquets, each forming five arms of light. The shafts rest on white marble bases with molded bases decorated with gilded bronze friezes. Elegant and decorative, these candelabras demonstrate the refined 19th century taste for ornamentation inspired by the 18th and Louis XVI styles. The model illustrates the decorative aesthetic of the 19th century, with an ornamental language marked by childlike grace and naturalistic floral motifs. The figure of the putto, inherited from the Renaissance and popularized in the 18th century, gives a touch of lightness and elegance to these pieces. The gilding and the chiseling work of the foliage and flowers recall the virtuosity of Parisian bronze makers. These candelabras can be compared to the productions of bronze makers such as Barbedienne or Thomire, who in the 19th century disseminated revisited neo-classical and rococo models. France, second half of the 19th century. Chiseled and gilded bronze, white marble. Dimensions Height: 55 cm width 31 cm. Condition of conservation Good general condition, wear from use to the gilding, some small marks on the marble, no chain.