Pair Of "a La Financière" Candleholders, Bronze, 19th Century
The “à la financière” candlestick is a traditional model of a torch orstylized candlestick made of bronze, brass, or silver.
It is a popular tableware and decorative itemfrom the 17th to the 19th centuries.
This candlestick design is very distinctive: the body (shank) of the candlestick is oftensquare, fluted, or beveled in cross-section, with a solid, stocky structure. The base is wide and square or octagonal, ensuringgood stability on a table. It generally featuresrich, chiseled ornamentation: cherubs’ heads, fleurs-de-lis, crowned dolphins,interlaced patterns, or foliage.
Most often made of bronze, like this pair, they are also found in brass or solid silver.
This model was commonly used in thestudies, counters, and salons of the wealthyof that era. Its low profile and heavy base prevented it fromtipping over and spilling.
Period: 19th century
Dimensions: 18 cm high; base: 12.5 x 12.5 cm
It is a popular tableware and decorative itemfrom the 17th to the 19th centuries.
This candlestick design is very distinctive: the body (shank) of the candlestick is oftensquare, fluted, or beveled in cross-section, with a solid, stocky structure. The base is wide and square or octagonal, ensuringgood stability on a table. It generally featuresrich, chiseled ornamentation: cherubs’ heads, fleurs-de-lis, crowned dolphins,interlaced patterns, or foliage.
Most often made of bronze, like this pair, they are also found in brass or solid silver.
This model was commonly used in thestudies, counters, and salons of the wealthyof that era. Its low profile and heavy base prevented it fromtipping over and spilling.
Period: 19th century
Dimensions: 18 cm high; base: 12.5 x 12.5 cm
420 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis 14th, Regency
Condition: En l'etat
Material: Bronze
Reference (ID): 1838635
Availability: In stock
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