Good quality, very decorative pair of late 19th century French Louis XVI style gilt ormolu and patinated bronze convertable candelabra on classical white statuary marble column with simple block bases. Dark almost black patinated cherubs holding aloft a removable twin branch candelabra with a central finial so they can also be used as single candlesticks. A fine and attractive pair of candelabra. France, circa 1890.
Provenance: The Renowned Antique Dealer John Keil, Sotheby''s Collections Sale, 26th October 2016, lot 1111.
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Internal Reference: CA932
Antique Number: SA1093141
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 42cm (16.5inches)
Width is 22.5cm (8.9inches)
Depth is 9cm (3.5inches)
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