The English Interior has dated these Louis Xvi Gilt Candlesticks to the 18th Century.
A fine pair of antique gilded bronze French ormolu candlesticks in the Louis XVI style.
They are finely cast and characterised by their intricate neoclassical ornamentation which is typical of the Louis XVI period, and focusses on symmetry and elegance rather than the heavy, scrolling curves found in earlier Rococo styles.
The candle nozzle features a beaded rim on its drip pan. The socket itself is decorated with a "leaf and dart" classical foliate pattern.
The broad, circular base is highly ornate and features a heavy acanthus leaf motif that radiates outwards sitting atop a stepped foundation with further beaded or "guilloché" (braided) detailing.
Their finish is rich and shimmers and the natural patina in the recessed areas of the casting, which highlights the depth of this fine metalwork.
Weighty and of fine quality they are perfect to add a touch of decadence to the dining table or ornamentation to a mantlepiece and would suit both a classic or contemporary interior setting.
The English Interior has dated these Louis Xvi Gilt Candlesticks to the 18th Century.
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Fine Pair of Louis Xvi Style Gilt Bronze Candlesticks
