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Regency Torchere by Humphrey Hopper
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for sale €3,744     $4,064
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Regency Torchere by Humphrey Hopper

19th century
For Sale by Cella
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Impressive and dramatic rare Regency period neoclassical ebonised stucco vestal floor standing torchere by Humphrey Hopper (1767–1844) set upon an associated classical column base. Beautifully modelled flowing classically draped female holding aloft a storm lamp, good quality evocative, almost gothic example. Signed and dated 'Mar 7 1816 H.Hopper London'. Hopper trained as a stone mason and in 1801 at the age of 36, enrolled in the Royal Academy to study sculpture winning a silver medal in 1802. He produced tasteful decorative plaster work including classical nymphs and vestals. English, circa 1816.

Total: H 177cm x W 45cm x D 49cm

Figure: H 123cm Base H 54cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
177cm (69.69")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

Cella has dated this Regency Plaster Figural Torchere to the Regency era.

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SA1181428
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CA1043
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Based in London, we are dealers in fine decorative antiques from the 18th and 19th centuries. We specialise in this era of enlightenment, neoclassicism and the Grand Tour, with its far reaching influence on style and taste in Britain, Continental Europe and beyond: elegance in the age of Napoleon. Our extensive stock covers all aspects of this period and decorative antiques influenced by the period. We constantly source new, beautiful items and upload to our site regularly. We are first and foremost antique collectors with over thirty years of experience; we only buy what we love and we hope you will too. Additional images can be supplied on request. More items are available on our website http://www.cellantiques.co.uk. We ship worldwide.

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Impressive and dramatic rare Regency period neoclassical ebonised stucco vestal floor standing torchere by Humphrey Hopper (1767–1844) set upon an associated classical column base.
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Beautifully modelled flowing classically draped female holding aloft a storm lamp, good quality evocative, almost gothic example.
Cella

Signed and dated 'Mar 7 1816 H.Hopper London'. Hopper trained as a stone mason and in 1801 at the age of 36, enrolled in the Royal Academy to study sculpture winning a silver medal in 1802. He produced tasteful decorative plaster work including classical nymphs and vestals. English, circa 1816.

Total: H 177cm x W 45cm x D 49cm

Figure: H 123cm Base H 54cm

Height
177cm (69.69")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this Regency Plaster Figural Torchere to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1181428
Dealers Internal Ref
CA1043
Cella
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2019

Specialists in the grand tour and french decorative objects, clocks and furniture, circa 1780-1880.

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A dark ebonised plaster Regency torchere depicting a draped classical figure standing on a fluted pedestal base and holding a candle sconce with a clear glass hurricane shade.
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Archive I A dark ebonised plaster Regency torchere depicting a draped classical figure standing on a fluted pedestal base and holding a candle sconce with a clear glass hurricane shade.

Regency Torchere by Humphrey Hopper

Archive II A dark ebonised plaster Regency torchere depicting a draped classical figure standing on a fluted pedestal base and holding a candle sconce with a clear glass hurricane shade. View II
Archive III A dark ebonised plaster Regency torchere depicting a draped classical figure standing on a fluted pedestal base and holding a candle sconce with a clear glass hurricane shade. View III
Archive IV A dark ebonised plaster Regency torchere depicting a draped classical figure standing on a fluted pedestal base and holding a candle sconce with a clear glass hurricane shade. View IV
Archive V A dark ebonised plaster Regency torchere depicting a draped classical figure standing on a fluted pedestal base and holding a candle sconce with a clear glass hurricane shade. View V
Archive VI A dark ebonised plaster Regency torchere depicting a draped classical figure standing on a fluted pedestal base and holding a candle sconce with a clear glass hurricane shade. View VI
Archive VII A dark ebonised plaster Regency torchere depicting a draped classical figure standing on a fluted pedestal base and holding a candle sconce with a clear glass hurricane shade. View VII
Archive VIII A dark ebonised plaster Regency torchere depicting a draped classical figure standing on a fluted pedestal base and holding a candle sconce with a clear glass hurricane shade. View VIII
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A dark ebonised plaster Regency torchere depicting a draped classical figure standing on a fluted pedestal base and holding a candle sconce with a clear glass hurricane shade.
Regency Torchere by Humphrey Hopper
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A dark ebonised plaster Regency torchere depicting a draped classical figure standing on a fluted pedestal base and holding a candle sconce with a clear glass hurricane shade.
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FAQs

A Regency torchere is a floor-standing lighting standard or candle holder developed in the early nineteenth century, frequently incorporating Classical motifs, classical figures, and architectural pedestals inspired by Greco-Roman antiquities.

Regency torcheres were typically crafted from cast plaster finished to resemble patinated bronze or ebonised timber, as well as carved mahogany, giltwood, and fitted with brass sconces or glass hurricane shades.

Authentic Regency plaster pieces often feature maker marks or signatures impressed into the plaster base, layered hand-painted patinas, internal metal armatures, and period-appropriate brass fittings.

A classical torchere functions as a sculptural accent when positioned in an entryway foyer, beside a fireplace alcove, or within an empty corner to add vertical interest and architectural scale.

Plaster surfaces should be dusted regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or natural hair brush, avoiding water or chemical solvents which can strip historical painted patinas and original finishes.
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