Pair Of Napoleon III Candelabras In Solid Silver 800 Thousandths - Belgian Work

Pair of Napoleon III candelabras in solid silver 800 thousandths - Belgian work with Austrian import hallmark

Description

Spectacular pair of Napoleon III-period solid silver 800 thousandth candelabra, perfectly illustrating the XIXᵉ century taste for monumental compositions and rich Louis XV and Rocaille-inspired decor.

Resting on wide four-lobed bases profusely adorned with cartouches, shells, scrolls and foliage, these candelabras develop a particularly elegant and balanced architecture. The baluster shafts are embellished with figures of winged children in the round, gracefully supporting the entire composition and adding a remarkable sculptural quality.

The upper part is composed of four richly moving arms of light surrounding a central fire, offering five lights per candelabra. The arms feature finely chased scrolls, volutes and foliage, characteristic of the prestige productions of the second half of the XIXᵉ century.

The upper part features four richly moving arms surrounding a central fire, providing five lights per candelabra.

A particularly sought-after feature, the four-armed upper crown is entirely removable. The candelabra can thus be used either in a complete five-light version, or transformed into elegant one-light torches, offering two distinct presentations depending on the desired use or decoration.

The candelabra can also be used in a complete five-light version.

Made in solid 800 thousandths silver, they also bear an Austrian import hallmark attesting to their sale on the Austrian market. Their imposing proportions and consequent weight testify to high quality workmanship destined for prestigious interiors and large reception tables.

The cartouches featured on these pieces are of the highest quality.

The cartouches on the bases have remained unengraved, a valuable asset for collectors.

The set is preserved in very nice condition.

Features

• Nature : pair of candelabras
• Era: Napoleon III, XIXᵉ century
• Origine: Belgian work
• Material: sterling silver
• Title: 800 thousandths
• Hints: title 800 and Austrian import hallmark
• Model: five fires convertible into torches
• Decor: Louis XV / Rocaille style
• Ornamentation: winged children in the round, scrolls, shells and foliage
• Light arms: four removable arms around a central fire
• Usage: five lights or one light after disassembly of the upper crown
• Height: 75 cm
• Total weight: 3.690 kg
• Condition: very good state of preservation
• Cartouches : unengraved

Rare in size, craftsmanship and modularity, this important pair of solid silver candelabras is a remarkable ceremonial set destined for the finest tables and prestigious interiors. Its monumental proportions, sculpted decoration and possibility of transformation into torches make it a particularly attractive piece for lovers of 19thᵉ century silverware.