A pair of French silvered candlesticks signed F. Barbedienne late 19th century

each with a candle-nozzle cast with rams' masks suspending ribbon-tied  swags of fruit, on bell-shaped bases cast with musical trophies and flowers 

Very attractive detail to casting. There is some very minor rubbing, scratches and pitting especially to the rim of the base, but this is hardly noticeable. In need of cleaning. Very attractive model, in overall very good conserved condition.
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The Parisian ébéniste and fondeur Ferdinand Barbedienne (1810-1892) founded in 1830, one of the most important French art foundaries. He had his main shop in 30, Boulevard Poissonière and his studios were established at 63, Rue de Lancry, where over 300 workers were involved in production