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Pair of French Gilt-Bronze Candelabra
Pair of French Gilt-Bronze Candelabra
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Description
Pair of French Gilt-Bronze Candelabra

fourth quarter 19th century, cast and signed by Ferdinand Barbedienne, now mounted as lamps, decorated in bas-relief with classical figures and dolphin handles, the bases after a pair of urns by Claude Michel, known as Clodion (French, 1738-1814), now in the collection of the Louvre.
h. 40", w. 10", d. 10"

Provenance: Estate of Betty J. Shelburne, Liberty, Texas.
Condition
Dramatic lot in overall good condition. The quality and uniformity of the elements in addition to the Clodion-designed urns suggest that the candelabra were original Barbedienne designs. The uniform, soft gilding exhibits the expected oxidation throughout. One arm with a darkened area which may indicate an old crack. The lamp rods issue from an upright leaf-form opening (one of which appears to have been restored). The original center candle cup forms the finial, now with a removable flame-form bronze stopper (the interior of one of these is bent but inserts smoothly). The arms not electrified. The lighting elements of one example needs tightening. Height to top of handles: 18-1/4".
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Pair of French Gilt-Bronze Candelabra

Estimate $1,800 - $2,500
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Starting Price $1,500
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