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A Pair of French 19th Century Bronze Candlesticks in the Form of Chinese Figures
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A Pair of French 19th Century Bronze Candlesticks in the Form of Chinese Figures

19th century
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An exceptional and unusual pair of French gilt bronze candlesticks, modelled as 18th-century Chinese male figures dressed in traditional costume, each supporting an elaborate torchère surmounted by a fluted candle nozzle with a separate removable sconce.

The figures stand upon circular, stepped bases, beautifully decorated with intricate bands of interwoven dragons, reflecting the fascination with Oriental design and chinoiserie prevalent in 19th-century France.

A particularly decorative and finely cast pair, demonstrating excellent quality of workmanship.

Date: Circa 1870

Dimensions: Height 35 cm; width 11 cm; depth 11 cm.

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Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated these French Bronze Chinoiserie Candlesticks to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Reference Numbers
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SA1244406
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

Instagram: robertbelcherantiques

Description
An exceptional and unusual pair of French gilt bronze candlesticks, modelled as 18th-century Chinese male figures dressed in traditional costume, each supporting an elaborate torchère surmounted by a fluted candle nozzle with a separate removable sconce.
fig 1. A pair of dark patinated bronze candlesticks cast as standing Chinese figures holding lotus-formed sconces on circular moulded bases.
fig 1. A Pair of French 19th Century Bronze Candlesticks in the Form of Chinese Figures

The figures stand upon circular, stepped bases, beautifully decorated with intricate bands of interwoven dragons, reflecting the fascination with Oriental design and chinoiserie prevalent in 19th-century France.

A particularly decorative and finely cast pair, demonstrating excellent quality of workmanship.

Date: Circa 1870

Dimensions: Height 35 cm; width 11 cm; depth 11 cm.

FREE UK MAINLAND DELIVERY

Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated these French Bronze Chinoiserie Candlesticks to the 1870s.

Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244406
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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A pair of dark patinated bronze candlesticks cast as standing Chinese figures holding lotus-formed sconces on circular moulded bases.
A pair of French 19th century bronze candlesticks in the form of Chinese figures
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  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleChinoiserie
  • MaterialBronze, Patinated Bronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsChinoiserie figures, Lotus sconces, Moulded circular bases, Flared robes
  • SizeH 35 cm (14 in) x W 11 cm (4 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

Chinoiserie bronze candlesticks reflect European artistic interpretations of Asian culture, blending Western bronze casting techniques with stylised Oriental figurative motifs popular throughout the 18th and 19th centuries.

These decorative objects were cast in bronze using lost-wax or sand casting methods, finished with hand-chased details, and treated with chemical patination to achieve a dark brown surface.

Authentic examples exhibit hand-chased surface details, natural wear to the patina on raised features, period threaded rods within the base, and substantial weight relative to their dimensions.

Position the pair symmetrically on a dining table, mantelpiece, or sideboard to establish balance, pairing dark patinated metal with contrasting light backdrops to highlight the silhouette.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding liquid polishes or abrasive chemicals that alter the patina; microcrystalline wax can be applied sparingly to protect the metal finish.
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