Pair Of Neo-gothic Silvered Bronze Candlesticks, Napoleon III Period, Fleur-de-lis

In the style of the medieval revival inspired by Viollet-le-Duc, this exquisite pair of neo-Gothic candlesticks in silvered bronze, adorned with fleur-de-lis motifs, perfectly embodies the movement of rediscovering and reinterpreting medieval art that characterized the 19th century, particularly under the influence of the work and theories of Eugène Viollet-le-Duc. The architectural composition, the four-legged base with its flowing lines, the Gothic hooks and scrolls, as well as the twisted shaft punctuated with openwork volutes, reflect this then-fashionable neo-medieval aesthetic, driven by a taste for national history and the Gothic decorative vocabulary revived during the Napoleon III era. The openwork candle holder, with its stylized decoration reminiscent of medieval ornamentation, reinforces the architectural character of these candlesticks, evoking the formal research disseminated by Viollet-le-Duc in his writings and monumental restorations, although it is not, of course, a work or model directly attributed to the architect. Condition: Very good condition. Beautiful, even, and nuanced antique silver patina, known as aged silver. No damage, missing pieces, or deformations. Normal wear consistent with the period. Dimensions: – Height: 22 cm – Base: 8.5 × 8.5 cm Period: 19th century – Napoleon III period (circa 1850–1870) Style: Neo-Gothic, in the style of the medieval revival Material: Silvered bronze A superb decorative pair, emblematic of the historicist taste of the 19th century, ideal for a classic interior, a medieval-inspired decor, or a collection of objects related to the French Neo-Gothic movement. As the colors are rendered more accurately in video, we can send you a presentation via WhatsApp upon request. If you do not receive a response, please check your spam folder and resend your message by email, phone, or SMS.