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Italian Giltwood Candle Holder
Arcadia Antiques
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Italian Giltwood Candle Holder

19th century
For Sale by Arcadia Antiques
Description

Late 19th C Italian giltwood candle holder. 1890.

Reference: 7379

Dimensions

24.5 inches (62 cms) High

6.5 inches (17 cms) Diameter

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Italian Giltwood Candle Holder to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA893088
Dealers Internal Reference
7379
Description
Late 19th C Italian giltwood candle holder. 1890.

Reference: 7379

Dimensions

24.5 inches (62 cms) High

6.5 inches (17 cms) Diameter

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Italian Giltwood Candle Holder to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA893088
Dealers Internal Ref
7379
Arcadia Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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A tall hand-carved Italian giltwood candlestick featuring a turned shaft, leaf details, weathered gold finish over gesso, and a tripod base.
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Archive I A tall hand-carved Italian giltwood candlestick featuring a turned shaft, leaf details, weathered gold finish over gesso, and a tripod base.

Italian Giltwood Candle Holder

Archive II A tall hand-carved Italian giltwood candlestick featuring a turned shaft, leaf details, weathered gold finish over gesso, and a tripod base. View II
Archive III A tall hand-carved Italian giltwood candlestick featuring a turned shaft, leaf details, weathered gold finish over gesso, and a tripod base. View III
Archive IV A tall hand-carved Italian giltwood candlestick featuring a turned shaft, leaf details, weathered gold finish over gesso, and a tripod base. View IV
Archive V A tall hand-carved Italian giltwood candlestick featuring a turned shaft, leaf details, weathered gold finish over gesso, and a tripod base. View V
Archive VI A tall hand-carved Italian giltwood candlestick featuring a turned shaft, leaf details, weathered gold finish over gesso, and a tripod base. View VI
Archive VII A tall hand-carved Italian giltwood candlestick featuring a turned shaft, leaf details, weathered gold finish over gesso, and a tripod base. View VII
Archive VIII A tall hand-carved Italian giltwood candlestick featuring a turned shaft, leaf details, weathered gold finish over gesso, and a tripod base. View VIII
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Arcadia Antiques
Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923
Location
Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL
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Verified Since Jun 2009
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Location: Westfields Farm, Fosse Way, Radford Semele, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 1XL,
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A tall hand-carved Italian giltwood candlestick featuring a turned shaft, leaf details, weathered gold finish over gesso, and a tripod base.
Italian Giltwood Candle Holder
Ref: SA893088
A tall hand-carved Italian giltwood candlestick featuring a turned shaft, leaf details, weathered gold finish over gesso, and a tripod base.
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FAQs

Italian giltwood candle holders originated predominantly in the 17th and 18th centuries, designed for ecclesiastical use in churches and private chapels. These decorative pieces reflected the ornamentation of Baroque and Rococo styles, combining hand-carved timber with gold leaf finishes.

These candlesticks were carved from softwoods such as pine or lime, then coated with layers of chalky gesso before applying thin gold leaf. Many examples incorporate a central iron spike at the top to secure tall wax altar candles.

Authentic period pieces exhibit natural wear to the gold leaf that reveals the underlying red bole preparation layer or white gesso. Look for hand-carving irregularities, historical timber shrinkage, and genuine oxidisation on any iron or metal components.

A tall giltwood candlestick functions as a sculptural accent when placed on a console table, sideboard, or fireplace mantelpiece. Combining distressed gilded wood with modern minimalist elements provides texture and architectural contrast.

Dust gently using a dry, soft bristle brush to prevent lifting delicate gold leaf or unstable gesso. Keep the item away from high humidity, direct sunlight, and heat sources, avoiding any liquid cleaners or chemical polishes.
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