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Pair of Carved Gilt-wood Based Candelabra
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Pair of Carved Gilt-wood Based Candelabra

19th century
Sold 3 April 2025 · Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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Description

A beautiful pair of candelabra with 17th century carved and giltwood bases. The metal candle branches with sconces and hanging solid glass orbs date from the mid 19th century . French or Italian. Highly decorative and stunning light reflections when lit by candlelight.

Date of Manufacture

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this Giltwood Crystal Candelabra Pair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Reference Numbers
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SA920937
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Description
A beautiful pair of candelabra with 17th century carved and giltwood bases. The metal candle branches with sconces and hanging solid glass orbs date from the mid 19th century . French or Italian. Highly decorative and stunning light reflections when lit by candlelight.
Date of Manufacture

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this Giltwood Crystal Candelabra Pair to the 19th Century.

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA920937
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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A pair of ornate candelabra featuring carved giltwood scroll bases, dark metal arms, and hanging crystal drops. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of ornate candelabra featuring carved giltwood scroll bases, dark metal arms, and hanging crystal drops. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Carved Gilt-wood Based Candelabra

Archive II A pair of ornate candelabra featuring carved giltwood scroll bases, dark metal arms, and hanging crystal drops. View II
Archive III A pair of ornate candelabra featuring carved giltwood scroll bases, dark metal arms, and hanging crystal drops. View III
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Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG24 1AZ
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Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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Location: 1 - 3 Castlegate, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 1AZ, United Kingdom
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A pair of ornate candelabra featuring carved giltwood scroll bases, dark metal arms, and hanging crystal drops.
Pair of carved gilt-wood based candelabra
Ref: SA920937
A pair of ornate candelabra featuring carved giltwood scroll bases, dark metal arms, and hanging crystal drops.
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  • ObjectCandelabra
  • Period19th century
  • StyleBaroque / Rococo Revival
  • MaterialGiltwood, Crystal, Metal
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsScroll feet, Crystal drops, Multi-branch arms, Gilt finish
  • SizeH 62 cm (24 in) x W 34 cm (13 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)

Candelabra featuring carved giltwood bases and crystal drops gained prominence during the 18th and 19th centuries, often used to reflect candlelight in formal reception rooms and dining halls.

Authentic period pieces typically feature hand-carved wood finished with gold leaf or gesso, combined with wrought metal branches and hand-cut lead crystal pendants or beads.

Authentication involves examining the wear patterns on the gold leaf, the presence of hand-cut or faceted glass rather than modern moulded plastic, and traditional joinery or hand-forged metalwork.

These pieces function effectively as focal points on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or dining table, contrasting against clean, modern lines to introduce texture and historic character.

Dusting should be performed gently with a soft, dry brush. Harsh chemical cleaners must be avoided to protect the delicate gold leaf finish and fragile crystal components.
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