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A Large Fine Pair of French Gilt & Patinated Bronze Ormolu 3 Light Cherub Candelabra
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A Large Fine Pair of French Gilt & Patinated Bronze Ormolu 3 Light Cherub Candelabra

19th century
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A fine pair of grand tour two tone bronze Cherub candelabra, French, Circa 19th century, The three branches each with detachable drip-pans. Circa 1880 and measuring 19 inches ( 49.5 cms) High by 9 inches (19 cms) Wide.

This pair of 19th century bronze Candelabrum are in superb original condition and are ready to use immediately.

Physical Dimensions
Height
49.5cm (19.49")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Bushells Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Cherub Candelabra to the 19th Century.

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SA830703
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4656
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A fine pair of grand tour two tone bronze Cherub candelabra, French, Circa 19th century, The three branches each with detachable drip-pans. Circa 1880 and measuring 19 inches ( 49.5 cms) High by 9 inches (19 cms) Wide.
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This pair of 19th century bronze Candelabrum are in superb original condition and are ready to use immediately.
Bushells Antiques
Height
49.5cm (19.49")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Cherub Candelabra to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA830703
Dealers Internal Ref
4656
Bushells Antiques
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A pair of antique French gilt and patinated bronze candelabra featuring dark bronze cherub figures supporting floral three-light branches on circular bases.
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French Empire and Neoclassical candelabra typically feature classical motifs such as cherubs, putti, and floral sprays crafted from contrastingly finished metals. These objects gained popularity in nineteenth-century France as decorative interior adornments designed to amplify light in formal spaces.

These items were manufactured using lost-wax bronze casting for detailed figures and floral nozzles. The dual finish was achieved by mercury gilding decorative elements to create ormolu surfaces, contrasted with chemical patination to produce dark, matte finishes on supporting sculptural bases.

Authentic nineteenth-century pieces display precise hand-chasing, substantial casting weight, and threaded central iron rods inside the column. Wear to gilding naturally occurs on raised edges, and original assembly nuts often exhibit hand-cut threading.

Pairing classical bronze candelabra with contemporary marble dining tables or minimalist console tables creates a balanced focal point. Positioning them symmetrically in front of mirrors maximizes ambient light while highlighting contrasting surface finishes.

Dust regularly using a dry camel-hair brush to prevent dirt accumulation within fine detail work. Avoid liquid chemical polishes or water, which strip original patination; soften residual wax gently using low heat from a hairdryer before removing with a wooden utensil.
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