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An Exhibition Quality Pair of Mahogany and Ormolu Palatial Torcheres
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An Exhibition Quality Pair of Mahogany and Ormolu Palatial Torcheres

19th century
Sold 29 September 2024 · Mark Buckley Antiques
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Description

Of exceptional quality and unusual design, the turned tops mounted with floral and beaded ormolu mounts, the fluted bodies having gilt drop finials to the underside, supported by an unusually designed brass centre support consisting of turned golden ball and brass rods. The legs embellished with finely cast ormolu floral plaques throughout and finished with gilt painted recessed details; joined by a triform base with beaded mounts.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
38.1cm (15.00")
Depth
38.1cm (15.00")
Declaration

Mark Buckley Antiques has dated this Mahogany and Ormolu Torchere to the Victorian era.

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SA972793
Dealers Internal Reference
10344
Description
Of exceptional quality and unusual design, the turned tops mounted with floral and beaded ormolu mounts, the fluted bodies having gilt drop finials to the underside, supported by an unusually designed brass centre support consisting of turned golden ball and brass rods.
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The legs embellished with finely cast ormolu floral plaques throughout and finished with gilt painted recessed details; joined by a triform base with beaded mounts.
Mark Buckley Antiques

FREE DELIVERY - to mainland UK

We offer a 'Try before you buy' service so you know you will be 100% satisfied with your purchase.

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
38.1cm (15.00")
Depth
38.1cm (15.00")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Buckley Antiques has dated this Mahogany and Ormolu Torchere to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA972793
Dealers Internal Ref
10344
Mark Buckley Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2018
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Archive I A pair of tall mahogany torcheres featuring intricate ormolu mounts, classical scrolling legs, and circular top platforms. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Mark Buckley Antiques
Telephone 07711 719 112
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Skipton
North Yorkshire
United Kingdom

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A pair of tall mahogany torcheres featuring intricate ormolu mounts, classical scrolling legs, and circular top platforms.
An Exhibition Quality Pair Of Mahogany and Ormolu Palatial Torcheres
Ref: SA972793
A pair of tall mahogany torcheres featuring intricate ormolu mounts, classical scrolling legs, and circular top platforms.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectPedestals & Torcheres
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Regency
  • MaterialMahogany, Ormolu
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsOrmolu mounts, Fluted columns, X-stretcher bracing, Scroll feet
  • SizeH 100 cm (39 in) x W 38.1 cm (15 in) x D 38.1 cm (15 in)

FAQs

Torcheres originated as freestanding stands designed to hold candles or lights, later evolving into decorative pedestals for displaying sculpture, urns, or plants in formal reception rooms.

Authentic pieces are typically crafted from dense hardwoods like mahogany and embellished with fire-gilded bronze ornaments, known as ormolu, featuring classical motifs.

Authentication relies on examining timber grain, hand-cut joinery, the crispness and weight of the cast ormolu mounts, and natural signs of age and oxidisation within the finish.

They can be positioned in vacant corners or flanking architectural doorways, serving as elevated display surfaces for sculptural vessels or large floral arrangements.

Surfaces should be dusted regularly with a soft cloth, avoiding abrasive cleaners or excess moisture, and treated periodically with microcrystalline wax to protect the timber and metal finishes.
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