Large pair of C18th giltwood decorated baroque style altar-type candle-holders of impressive proportions.Highly decorative pair of giltwood candlesticks with carved bodies raised on moulded triangular bases with bun feet beneath . The parchment-coloured ground with blue painted details and aged gilt highlights. The sides of each base decorated with a painted motif of a bishop''s mitre , signifying their original purpose and use in a church or chapel .The tops each with an iron strap-work candle-holder. The centre of the column with carved acanthus-leaf gilded detail.In excellent original condition with wear and distressing to the painted surfaces commensurate with age , use and purpose.H 60''W 23''D 23''Italy or France c. 1750Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place . Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises . Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge . All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons . If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:...