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Pair of Early C19th French Charles X Period Ormolu Bronze Candlesticks .
For sale by M Lees and Sons
for sale €445     $483
£380
M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons

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    M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218
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    M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA
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Pair of Early C19th French Charles X Period Ormolu Bronze Candlesticks .

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Pair of early C19th French Charles X period ormolu bronze candlesticks .

Crisply-cast pair of Empire design candlesticks with fine details and well-drawn design. The broad circular bases offering good stability to the tapering reeded columnar shafts supporting a globular bowl with removable sconces .

In excellent original condition with good bright gilding and patination.

H 11”

W 6”

D 6”

France c. 1825

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Charles X Ormolu Candlesticks to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Guide ID 06160407
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 190-210 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Concentric lathe turning marks under the base: hand-lathe finishing before modern stamping.
Separate removable sconce nozzles: standard candlestick construction of this era.
Dark candle residue and light verdigris inside the wells: natural signs of age.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA737201
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 2010
Dealers Notes

Established 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 the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Pair of early C19th French Charles X period ormolu bronze candlesticks .

Crisply-cast pair of Empire design candlesticks with fine details and well-drawn design.

“
The broad circular bases offering good stability to the tapering reeded columnar shafts supporting a globular bowl with removable sconces.
M Lees and Sons

.

In excellent original condition with good bright gilding and patination.

H 11”

W 6”

D 6”

France c. 1825

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Charles X Ormolu Candlesticks to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 06160407
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 190-210 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Concentric lathe turning marks under the base: hand-lathe finishing before modern stamping.
Separate removable sconce nozzles: standard candlestick construction of this era.
Dark candle residue and light verdigris inside the wells: natural signs of age.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA737201
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 2010
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A pair of early 19th-century French Charles X period gilded bronze ormolu candlesticks with fluted columns and detailed engine-turned bases.
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Archive I A pair of early 19th-century French Charles X period gilded bronze ormolu candlesticks with fluted columns and detailed engine-turned bases.

Pair of Early C19th French Charles X Period Ormolu Bronze Candlesticks .

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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
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A pair of early 19th-century French Charles X period gilded bronze ormolu candlesticks with fluted columns and detailed engine-turned bases.
Pair of early C19th French Charles X period ormolu bronze candlesticks .
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A pair of early 19th-century French Charles X period gilded bronze ormolu candlesticks with fluted columns and detailed engine-turned bases.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCharles X
  • MaterialOrmolu, Bronze
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsFluted columns, Engine-turned detailing, Gadrooned bases, Urn-form nozzles
  • SizeH 28 cm (11 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

This pair of early 19th-century French Charles X period candlesticks originates from France around 1825 and exemplifies Empire design. Formed from ormolu bronze with a bright gold finish and patination, the items comprise broad circular bases providing stability, tapering reeded columnar shafts, and urn-form nozzles with removable sconces. Decorative elements include engine-turned detailing, gadrooning along the bases, and crisply cast mouldings throughout. Each candlestick measures 28 cm high, 15 cm wide, and 15 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this pair functions as decorative lighting and display pieces on a mantelpiece or sideboard. The matching items bring classic French styling to living rooms, dining rooms, or hallways.

FAQs

The Charles X period (18241830) in France succeeded the Empire style, shifting towards lighter, more delicate proportions, intricate engine-turned patterning, and neoclassical motifs in gilt bronze and fine cabinetmaking.

Ormolu candlesticks were crafted from cast bronze coated with a fine layer of mercury gold alloy via fire-gilding, producing a durable, highly reflective metallic finish.

Authentic 19th-century ormolu exhibits heavy cast-bronze construction, sharp hand-chased detailing, thread-and-screw assembly, and natural wear or slight oxidisation in recessed areas.

A pair of gilt bronze candlesticks can be displayed symmetrically on a dining table, mantelpiece, or marble sideboard to introduce historical warmth and texture alongside modern art or minimalist furnishings.

Ormolu should be dusted gently with a soft dry brush or microfiber cloth; abrasive metal polishes and harsh chemicals must be avoided, as they strip the original mercury gilding.
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