Description

Imposing pair of early C19th French Charles X period bronze lamps on 'rouge griotte' marble bases .
Good large-scale pair of bronze candelabra lamps of superb proportions and design. Raised on triform concave-sided 'rouge griotte' marble bases , set on well-cast and detailed leaf-scrolled feet with an inverted berry finial beneath .
The tapering column body with coiled serpent detail wrapped around the shaft. The 3-branch candle knozzles with crisply cast detail , and cast classical anthemion or palmette motif to the underside .
The central light-fittings each with twin bulb holders . Fitted with a screw-off central knop to accommodate shades with a centre ring fitting.
In excellent condition with a consistent rich patination and colour to all elements. The marble bases of well-chosen highly figured stone .
Powerful Empirical classical design conveying bold decorative presence to bring both style and gravitas to a period setting .
Can be re-wired to client's specification and PAT tested (inclusive).
Supplied without shades .
H (overall) 42'
H (top of body) 27"
W 7.5"
D 7.5"
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 .
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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 .
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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 1904