Are these candelabra meant for everyday use?

These decorative objects served primarily as formal reception room ornaments during the nineteenth century rather than everyday light sources. Using them with real taper candles requires care to prevent wax drippings from staining the delicate ormolu surfaces. Many examples survive in pristine condition because owners treated them as sculptural works rather than functional hardware. If you choose to light them, use snug-fitting candles and keep them away from drafts.

What is the difference between ormolu and gilt brass?

Ormolu consists of a gold-mercury amalgam fired onto a bronze base, yielding a warm, deep lustre that resists simple tarnishing. Gilt brass or gilt metal utilises a cheaper base alloy with modern electroplating, presenting a lighter, brassy reflection. Under close inspection, ormolu exhibits hand-chasing marks where artisans refined the metal after casting. Gilt brass often displays a uniform flatness characteristic of industrial production.

How should I clean marble and bronze?

Dust marble and bronze components gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to prevent accumulation in recessed crevices. Avoid commercial metal cleaners or abrasive liquids, which can strip the thin gold layer from ormolu surfaces. Natural stone bases benefit from occasional wiping with a damp cloth followed by immediate drying. Protect the metal finish by maintaining stable room humidity away from direct heat sources.

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These ormolu cherub candelabra bring elaborate Continental lighting and figural bronze work to a mantelpiece or side table.

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Large 19th Century French Bronze Clock Set

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£7,800

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Fine Pair of 19th Century Cherub Candelabra on Porphyry Bases

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£8,500

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19th Century Gilt Metal Cherub Chandelier.

From Country Homes Antiques Stirling

£600

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Pair Louis XVI Style Cherub Candelabra, 19th Century

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£3,800

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Pair of Louis XVI Style Cherub Candelabra, 19th Century

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£3,800

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1860-1880 Pair Bronze Cherub Candlesticks on Marble Bases

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1860-1880 Pair Bronze Cherub Candlesticks on Marble Bases

From Lancaster Antiques

£625

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French Eight Day Striking Clock Set Circa 1875. Mantle Clock.

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French Eight Day Striking Clock Set Circa 1875. Mantle Clock.

From Frank Craig Antiques

£1,400

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Gilt Bronze and Marble Cherub Clock Set with Visible Pendulum Antique French

From Dragon-Antiques.com

£3,250

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Pair Gilt & Patinated Bronze Figural Cherub Candelabra French Antique

19th century

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Pair Gilt & Patinated Bronze Figural Cherub Candelabra French Antique

From Bushells Antiques

£1,250

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Pair Magnificent French Bronze Three Branch Candlesticks / Candelabra - Cherubs C.1870

19th century

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Pair Magnificent French Bronze Three Branch Candlesticks / Candelabra - Cherubs C.1870

From Puckerings

£2,995

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Listings demonstrate a strong preference for nineteenth-century French manufacturing, dominated by Louis XVI and Rococo revival styles utilising gilt bronze and marble.

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

19th century

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

From Bushells Antiques

£2,250

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Pair 19th Century French Cherub Candelabra

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£3,800

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Pair of Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces

From Andrew Lovatt Antiques

£1,750

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Excellent Gilt Bronze Table Lamp

From Camden Antiques

£1,495

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Pair of Bronze Cherub 2 Arm Candelabra, French 1860

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Pair of Bronze Cherub 2 Arm Candelabra, French 1860

From Judy Fox Antiques

£2,200

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19th Century French Marble and Ormolu Clock Garniture.

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£8,500

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Ormolu Cherub Candelabra

Large 19th Century French Bronze Clock Set

Fine Pair of 19th Century Cherub Candelabra on Porphyry Bases

19th Century Gilt Metal Cherub Chandelier.

Pair Louis XVI Style Cherub Candelabra, 19th Century

Pair of Louis XVI Style Cherub Candelabra, 19th Century

1860-1880 Pair Bronze Cherub Candlesticks on Marble Bases

French Eight Day Striking Clock Set Circa 1875. Mantle Clock.

Gilt Bronze and Marble Cherub Clock Set with Visible Pendulum Antique French

Pair Gilt & Patinated Bronze Figural Cherub Candelabra French Antique

Pair Magnificent French Bronze Three Branch Candlesticks / Candelabra - Cherubs C.1870

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

Pair 19th Century French Cherub Candelabra

Pair of Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces

Excellent Gilt Bronze Table Lamp

Pair of Bronze Cherub 2 Arm Candelabra, French 1860

19th Century French Marble and Ormolu Clock Garniture.

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