Pair Of 19th Century Gilt Bronze Bouquet Candelabra In The Louis XVI Style
Pair of Gilt Bronze Bouquet Candelabra, France, 19th Century In the Louis XVI Style
A striking pair of gilt bronze candelabra, richly chased and modelled in the form of exuberant floral bouquets, emblematic of the 19th-century revival of classical French decorative arts. Each piece rises from a finely cast base, supporting a profusion of naturalistic stems, leaves, and stylised blossoms, arranged in a theatrical spray reminiscent of the ornamental bouquets favoured in the salons of the Ancien Régime.
Executed with exceptional craftsmanship, the bronze is crisply chased and retains its original gilding, lending warmth and brilliance to the intricate detailing. The composition reflects the neoclassical elegance of the Louis XVI style—symmetry, botanical motifs, and antique references—reinterpreted with the romantic sensibility of the 19th century.
Likely intended to adorn a mantelpiece or console in a refined interior, these candelabra evoke the opulence of Parisian hôtel décor and the legacy of celebrated bronziers such as Pierre-Philippe Thomire. Their sculptural presence and decorative richness make them exemplary of the period’s taste for historic grandeur and ornamental finesse.
Weight : Each candelabra weighs 3.370 kg
Dimensions : Height: approx. 83 cm, length: 42 cm, depth: 18 cm.
Condition: Excellent overall; original gilding preserved with minor wear consistent with age.
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Bronze
Length: 42
Height: 83
Depth: 18
Reference (ID): 1637281
Availability: In stock





































