Description

Impressive large scale pair of early C19th French Restauration period bronze and ormolu candelabra.
Raised on exuberant cast scroll feet mounted on concave-sided tripartite bases , the ormolu-mounted tapering column shafts with cast leaf detail , and having a coiled snake or serpent on midway .
Taking their inspiration from antiquity , the three candle-holder arms mounted upon a stylised Greco-Roman oil vessel ,with a central cast ormolu candle knozzle . The underside cast with well-defined large classical anthemion motifs .
In excellent original condition, the dark patinated bronze contrasting with the well-cast and detailed gilded ormolu mounts. One minor historic ding or dent to one column.
A bold pair of candelabra with huge decorative appeal , to add drama and scale to an interior.
H 25.5�
W 7�
D 7�
France c.1825
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 2310