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Pair of Early 19th Century Bronze & Ormolu Dolphin Candlesticks.
Patrick Sandberg Antiques
for sale €1,147     $1,245
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Pair of Early 19th Century Bronze & Ormolu Dolphin Candlesticks.

19th century
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A pair of early 19th Century bronze & ormolu Candlesticks, having reeded sconces above acanthus scrolled nozzles supported on well-cast dolphins ending on rectangular marble bases.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

Patrick Sandberg Antiques has dated these Ormolu Dolphin Candlesticks to the 19th Century.

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SA1024453
Dealers Internal Reference
6686
Description
A pair of early 19th Century bronze & ormolu Candlesticks, having reeded sconces above acanthus scrolled nozzles supported on well-cast dolphins ending on rectangular marble bases.
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Sandberg Antiques has dated these Ormolu Dolphin Candlesticks to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1024453
Dealers Internal Ref
6686
Patrick Sandberg Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016
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Patrick Sandberg Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA  CINOA

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A pair of early nineteenth-century gilt bronze candlesticks featuring stylised dolphin stems resting on square black marble bases.
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Archive I A pair of early nineteenth-century gilt bronze candlesticks featuring stylised dolphin stems resting on square black marble bases.

Pair of early 19th Century bronze & ormolu Dolphin Candlesticks.

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A pair of early nineteenth-century gilt bronze candlesticks featuring stylised dolphin stems resting on square black marble bases.
Pair of early 19th Century bronze & ormolu Dolphin Candlesticks.
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A pair of early nineteenth-century gilt bronze candlesticks featuring stylised dolphin stems resting on square black marble bases.
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The dolphin motif emerged as a prominent Neoclassical design element during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, inspired by Greco-Roman imagery. Symbolising speed, protection, and maritime power, stylized dolphins were frequently incorporated into the stems of candlesticks, table bases, and furniture mounts.

High-end candlesticks from this era were typically constructed from cast bronze, often treated with fire-gilding (ormolu) or dark patination to create contrasting surfaces. These metal components were commonly mounted onto heavy bases crafted from black marble, slate, or porphyry to provide stability.

Authentic pieces display hand-chased detailing, distinct weight due to solid bronze casting, and hand-cut threaded rods or square nuts securing the assembly underneath the base. The gilding typically shows soft wear on raised areas, revealing underlying bronze tone rather than uniform modern electroplating.

Pairing classical gilt bronze items with minimalist surfaces creates visual contrast. Placing a pair symmetry-style on a fireplace mantelpiece, dining table centre, or modern marble sideboard adds warmth, metallic texture, and historical depth to contemporary spaces.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or horsehair brush. Avoid water, liquid polishes, and chemical cleaners, as these can strip original mercury gilding or historical patination; professional conservation is recommended for heavy tarnish or dirt accumulation.
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