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Finely Cast Pair of Early C19th Regency Period Bronze Candlesticks of Classical Athenienne Form .
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M Lees and Sons

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    M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218
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Finely Cast Pair of Early C19th Regency Period Bronze Candlesticks of Classical Athenienne Form .

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Finely cast pair of early C19th Regency period bronze candlesticks of classical Athenienne form .

Well drawn pair of patinated cast bronze candlesticks of classical design . The triform bases with well-defined cast motif detail, supporting elegant triple shaped monopodia uprights with lion’s paw feet and scrolled leaf details .

The candle-nozzle tops with cast stiff-leaf classical decoration and integral bobeches. The underside of the candle-holders with hanging berry or grape inverted finials.

In excellent original condition with a wonderful mellow ‘golden’ consistent colour and patination.

H 10”

W 4”

D 4”

England c.1815

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated these Regency Bronze Athenienne Candlesticks to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA789888
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 214
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
Finely cast pair of early C19th Regency period bronze candlesticks of classical Athenienne form .

Well drawn pair of patinated cast bronze candlesticks of classical design .

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The triform bases with well-defined cast motif detail, supporting elegant triple shaped monopodia uprights with lion’s paw feet and scrolled leaf details.
M Lees and Sons

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fig 1. A pair of early nineteenth-century Regency bronze candlesticks designed in classical Athenienne tripod form with leaf sconces and plinth bases.
fig 1. Finely Cast Pair of Early C19th Regency Period Bronze Candlesticks of Classical Athenienne Form .

The candle-nozzle tops with cast stiff-leaf classical decoration and integral bobeches. The underside of the candle-holders with hanging berry or grape inverted finials.

In excellent original condition with a wonderful mellow ‘golden’ consistent colour and patination.

H 10”

W 4”

D 4”

England c.1815

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Regency Bronze Athenienne Candlesticks to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA789888
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 214
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

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

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Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A pair of early nineteenth-century Regency bronze candlesticks designed in classical Athenienne tripod form with leaf sconces and plinth bases.

Finely Cast Pair of Early C19th Regency Period Bronze Candlesticks of Classical Athenienne Form .

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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
Items For Sale 360
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M Lees and Sons
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A pair of early nineteenth-century Regency bronze candlesticks designed in classical Athenienne tripod form with leaf sconces and plinth bases.
Finely cast pair of early C19th Regency period bronze candlesticks of classical Athenienne form .
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A pair of early nineteenth-century Regency bronze candlesticks designed in classical Athenienne tripod form with leaf sconces and plinth bases.
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  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Regency
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Bronze
  • MotifsAthenienne tripod legs, leaf sconces, grape clusters, paw feet
  • SizeH 25 cm (10 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

These early nineteenth-century Regency period candlesticks are rendered in the classical Athenienne form. Each cast bronze piece displays a mellow golden dark bronze finish, supported on a triform base with a raised floral medallion and egg-and-dart moulding. Triple shaped monopodia uprights feature scrolled leaf details, hanging grape clusters, and lion's paw feet. The candle-nozzle tops incorporate stiff-leaf classical decoration alongside integral bobeches and inverted berry finials. Measuring 25 cm high, 10 cm wide, and 10 cm deep, the pair sits well upon a mantelpiece, sideboard, or console table in a traditional or classical interior. They function effectively as decorative objects or ambient lighting sources in a living room, dining room, or hallway setting.

FAQs

The Athenienne form originated in the late eighteenth century and flourished during the French Empire and British Regency periods. Inspired by an ancient Roman bronze tripod burner discovered at Pompeii, the design features slender tripod legs, classical palmettes, and foliate motifs adapted for domestic lighting and ornamentation.

Early nineteenth-century bronze candlesticks were cast using the lost-wax or sand-casting technique. Craftsmen assembled individual cast elementssuch as tripods, sconces, and plinthsbefore applying chasing work by hand and applying a chemical patination or lacquer finish.

Authentic Regency examples display crisp hand-chased details, threaded rod assemblies with historic square nuts, and uneven hand-finished undersides. Patination typically shows natural, irregular surface wear corresponding to age and handling rather than uniform modern chemical spraying.

Bronze candlesticks offer visual weight and historical texture when arranged symmetrically on a marble fireplace mantelpiece, dining table, or sideboard. Their dark metallic tone contrasts effectively against minimalist backdrop colours, stone surfaces, or timber furniture.

Dust bronze objects regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or natural bristle brush. Avoid chemical polishes, abrasive cleaners, and water, which can strip historic patination; application of a light layer of microcrystalline wax preserves the metal surface.
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