Bidspirit auction | A PAIR OF FRENCH ORMOLU


A PAIR OF FRENCH ORMOLU BRONZE FIGURAL CANDLESTICKS, 19TH CENTURY - Each candlestick is finely cast as a partially draped putto embracing a naturalistic stem, the candle nozzle formed as a blooming flower, rising from a scrolling foliate base with openwork tendrils. The surfaces are finished in a rich ormolu gilding with areas of natural patina. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided. Dimensions: H: 10 1/4 in., (26 cm.) Condition: Good overall, light rubbing and wear to gilding consistent with age, scattered minor oxidation to recesses, casting flaws typical of 19th-century production, no apparent breaks or repairs.