Search 0
40,626  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 51 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
51 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1134099
FOR SALE
£695
Email Buy
Save
Pair of Carved Blackamoor Figures as Candelabras
I M Chaney Antique Furniture
for sale €813     $883
£695
I M Chaney Antique Furniture

I M Chaney Antique Furniture

Sellingantiques Verified Since Aug 2009
View Dealers Stock Page
Relevant Links
Id #SA1134099
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Pair of Carved Blackamoor Figures as Candelabras

19th century
Description

A pair of 19th century Victorian hand carved & gilded Blackamoor figurines, each figured holding a four branch wooden chandelier. Each chandelier depicting young boy in Moorish clothing with twisted & gilt four branch candelabra raised on his shoulder. Standing on rocky naturalistic base, over stepped square base. Each figure separating at the candelabra.

Measures approx.

Height79cms

Condition

Slight losses to the finish and gesso but good for age

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Declaration

I M Chaney Antique Furniture has dated this Carved Venetian Blackamoor Candelabras to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1134099
Dealers Notes

Delivery can easily be arranged for this item smaller items are generally sent free of charge to the uk, larger items can be sent via a courier, I keep this service as cheap as possible, the larger items are picked up and delivered to you within 7-10 days should you require a quicker delivery expect to pay at least double the normal cost.

If you are unhappy with any item I offer a full money back guarantee once the item is safely back in my possession and undamaged as a result of misuse. Please feel free to ring me with any queries you may have, I'm always happy to discuss anything to do with antiques !!

Opening hours Thursday to Saturday 10am - 6pm.

Or by appointment.

Description
A pair of 19th century Victorian hand carved & gilded Blackamoor figurines, each figured holding a four branch wooden chandelier.
“
Each chandelier depicting young boy in Moorish clothing with twisted & gilt four branch candelabra raised on his shoulder.
I M Chaney Antique Furniture

Standing on rocky naturalistic base, over stepped square base. Each figure separating at the candelabra.

Measures approx.

Height79cms

Condition

Slight losses to the finish and gesso but good for age

Height
79cm (31.10")
Date of Manufacture

I M Chaney Antique Furniture has dated this Carved Venetian Blackamoor Candelabras to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1134099
I M Chaney Antique Furniture
I M Chaney Antique Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the I M Chaney Antique Furniture Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A pair of carved, hand-painted, and gilded wooden candelabras featuring figures holding aloft two-arm candle branches.
1 / 8
Archive I A pair of carved, hand-painted, and gilded wooden candelabras featuring figures holding aloft two-arm candle branches.

Pair of Carved Blackamoor Figures as Candelabras

Archive II A pair of carved, hand-painted, and gilded wooden candelabras featuring figures holding aloft two-arm candle branches. View II
Archive III A pair of carved, hand-painted, and gilded wooden candelabras featuring figures holding aloft two-arm candle branches. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A pair of carved, hand-painted, and gilded wooden candelabras featuring figures holding aloft two-arm candle branches.
Archive V A pair of carved, hand-painted, and gilded wooden candelabras featuring figures holding aloft two-arm candle branches. View V
Archive VI A pair of carved, hand-painted, and gilded wooden candelabras featuring figures holding aloft two-arm candle branches. View VI
Archive VII A pair of carved, hand-painted, and gilded wooden candelabras featuring figures holding aloft two-arm candle branches. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of carved, hand-painted, and gilded wooden candelabras featuring figures holding aloft two-arm candle branches. View VIII
Enlarged Archival View
I M Chaney Antique Furniture

I M Chaney Antique Furniture
Telephone 07739 084300
Location
25 North View
Westbury Park
Bristol
BS6 7PT
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/imc
Verified Since Aug 2009
Items For Sale 198
Items Sold 2,509
I M Chaney Antique Furniture
I M Chaney Antique Furniture
Verified Since Aug 2009
View Dealer Info
Location: 25 North View, Westbury Park, Bristol, BS6 7PT, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/imc
Verified
Aug 2009
For Sale
198
Sold
2,509
A pair of carved, hand-painted, and gilded wooden candelabras featuring figures holding aloft two-arm candle branches.
Pair of carved Blackamoor figures as candelabras
Ref: SA1134099
A pair of carved, hand-painted, and gilded wooden candelabras featuring figures holding aloft two-arm candle branches.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Scale Reference
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

FAQs

Sculpted figural candelabras originated in 17th- and 18th-century Venice, emerging from the Italian Baroque tradition of dramatic decorative arts. Artisans crafted these pieces as functional lighting fixtures that doubled as prominent sculptural centerpieces for grand villas and townhouses.

These decorative items were typically carved from lightweight hardwoods, sealed with layers of gesso, and decorated using hand-applied polychrome pigments and genuine gold leaf gilding.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-carving tool marks, gesso underlayers visible beneath paint chips or gilding wear, natural timber shrinkage along wood grain joints, and soft, oxidized patina on gilded surfaces.

Positioning a symmetrical pair on a sideboard, fireplace mantelpiece, or entryway console table creates a strong visual anchor and introduces sculptural texture into contemporary or eclectic room schemes.

Dust surfaces gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding wet cloths, chemical cleaners, or solvents that can dissolve gesso and historic paint layers. Maintain stable indoor humidity levels to prevent timber movement and flaking.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories