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Large Primitive French Candlestick C1770
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Large Primitive French Candlestick C1770

18th century
Sold 13 December 2025 · Swag Antiques
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This beautiful large candlestick is made of wood and is a lovely distressed cream colour with traces of gilding. A lovely decorative item

Base width 36cm Height 124cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
124cm (48.82")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Declaration

Swag Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Candlestick to the 1750s.

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SA1014972
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We have been buying and selling antiques for over 30 years.

We have a wide range of antiques, retro, vintage and decorative pieces in a contemporary setting in our premises in East Sussex.

We source pieces mainly from Europe and the UK and buy

regularly to ensure there is always a good choice of mirrors, furniture and unique pieces.

Due to the proximity of our home to the coast we have monthly buying trips to France so our stock is always changing. We aim to give good value and each item is restored so it is ready to be loved in your home.

Paul and Avril

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This beautiful large candlestick is made of wood and is a lovely distressed cream colour with traces of gilding.
Swag Antiques

A lovely decorative item

Base width 36cm Height 124cm

Height
124cm (48.82")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

Swag Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Candlestick to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1014972
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A tall, distressed off-white painted wooden floor candlestick with carved acanthus leaf motifs and a tripod base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A tall, distressed off-white painted wooden floor candlestick with carved acanthus leaf motifs and a tripod base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large Primitive French Candlestick C1770

Archive II A tall, distressed off-white painted wooden floor candlestick with carved acanthus leaf motifs and a tripod base. View II
Archive III A tall, distressed off-white painted wooden floor candlestick with carved acanthus leaf motifs and a tripod base. View III
Archive IV A tall, distressed off-white painted wooden floor candlestick with carved acanthus leaf motifs and a tripod base. View IV
Archive V A tall, distressed off-white painted wooden floor candlestick with carved acanthus leaf motifs and a tripod base. View V
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Swag Antiques

Swag Antiques
Telephone 07850 733269
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West Pound
Applesham Farm
Coombes
East Sussex
BN15 0RP
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/swagantiques
Verified Since Apr 2017
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Items Sold 927
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Location: West Pound, Applesham Farm, Coombes, East Sussex, BN15 0RP, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
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A tall, distressed off-white painted wooden floor candlestick with carved acanthus leaf motifs and a tripod base.
Large Primitive French Candlestick C1770
Ref: SA1014972
A tall, distressed off-white painted wooden floor candlestick with carved acanthus leaf motifs and a tripod base.
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  • ObjectFloor Candlestick
  • Period18th century
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialPine, Gesso, Pigment
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsCarved acanthus leaves, Turned wooden column, Tripod scroll base
  • SizeH 124 cm (49 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

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Large wooden floor candlesticks and prickets were traditionally used in European churches, chapels, and grand estates from the medieval period through the 19th century to illuminate sacred spaces or large halls.

Authentic pieces are typically hand-carved from solid timber such as pine, walnut, or fruitwood, often featuring gesso, painted finishes, or gilt accents applied over a hand-turned or sculpted core.

Authenticity is assessed through the presence of hand-tool marks, traditional joinery, natural timber shrinkage, genuine wear patterns on the base, and period-appropriate surface oxidisation or historic paint layers.

This type of sculptural object works effectively as a standalone decorative floor element in an empty corner, beside a fireplace hearth, or paired with minimalist modern furnishings to create architectural contrast.

Preservation involves dusting gently with a dry microfiber cloth, avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity fluctuations, and refraining from using chemical polishes that might damage historic painted or waxed surfaces.
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