Gilt and Gesso has dated these Italian Giltwood Altar Candlesticks to the 18th Century.
Hand carved limewood with a gesso plaster application and gilding, the original gilding will have suffered wear over time and some later re gilding , probably around 1900, at the time they were adapted to lamps, albeit all light fittings are now removed but could easily become lamps again.
A superbly stylish antique pair, they do show a timeworn appearance, these are freshly back from our workshop being tightened at all joints, these columns are usually 2 sections , gently conserved but otherwise left as they are, structurally stable and complete.
We may end listing and then consign to be reinstated as lamps, until then available as they are.
The lamps do have some timeworn losses to areas of the gilding and distress which authenticates, others to scrape back, or simply left to enjoy as they, we shall sell as they are whilst structurally excellent and easily wired.
Dimensions
Height 78cm
Base 26cm
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Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.
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Gilt and Gesso has dated these Italian Giltwood Altar Candlesticks to the 18th Century.
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A Pair of Italian Baroque, 18th Century Giltwood Altar Candlesticks, 78cm Tall
