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A 19th Century Parcel Gilt-bronze Candlestick
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A 19th Century Parcel Gilt-bronze Candlestick

19th century
Sold 22 January 2026 · Tinker & Toad
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Description

19th Century Parcel-Gilt Bronze Candlestick on Rouge Marble Base

This charming 19th-century gilt-bronze candlestick features a Chinese figure dressed in traditional gown with intricate detailing, holding a torch that forms the candle socket holder. The piece is mounted on a stepped circular rouge marble base, adding a touch of Western elegance to its design.

Several chips and nibbles to the marble base and an old fixing repair to the base.

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Tinker & Toad has dated this Parcel Gilt Bronze Candlestick to the 19th Century.

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SA1147108
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19th Century Parcel-Gilt Bronze Candlestick on Rouge Marble Base
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This charming 19th-century gilt-bronze candlestick features a Chinese figure dressed in traditional gown with intricate detailing, holding a torch that forms the candle socket holder.
Tinker & Toad

The piece is mounted on a stepped circular rouge marble base, adding a touch of Western elegance to its design.

Several chips and nibbles to the marble base and an old fixing repair to the base.

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Tinker & Toad has dated this Parcel Gilt Bronze Candlestick to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1147108
Tinker & Toad
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2020
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Archive I A nineteenth century parcel gilt bronze candlestick featuring a figural support standing on a round base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A 19th Century Parcel Gilt-bronze Candlestick

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Tinker & Toad
Telephone 07771 682942
Location
54 The Mint
Rye
East Sussex
TN31 7EN
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/tinkerandtoad
Verified Since Aug 2020
Items For Sale 81
Items Sold 553
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A nineteenth century parcel gilt bronze candlestick featuring a figural support standing on a round base.
A 19th Century Parcel Gilt-Bronze Candlestick
Ref: SA1147108
A nineteenth century parcel gilt bronze candlestick featuring a figural support standing on a round base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCandle Holders
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBronze, Gold Leaf, Marble
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFigural support, Turned base, Parcel gilt highlights
  • SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Parcel gilt bronze refers to metalwork where parts of the bronze surface are selectively coated with a thin layer of gold leaf or gilt, highlighting specific design elements against a contrasting dark bronze patina.

These pieces were typically produced using lost-wax casting (cire perdue), followed by hand-chasing to refine the details, and finished with chemical patination and mercury gilding or electroplating.

Authenticity is assessed through the weight of the bronze, consistency of the hand-chased details, natural wear to the parcel gilt highlights, and the method of construction at the joints and base.

Position the candlestick on a mantelpiece, sideboard top, or bookshelf to introduce historical texture, pairing it with neutral backgrounds to let the metallic finishes and figural form stand out.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid using chemical polishes, abrasive cleaners, or water, as these can strip the delicate parcel gilt layer and damage the historic patina.
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