Lot 429
  • 429

A pair of Louis-Philippe ormolu and patinated bronze eight-light candelabra, now mounted as lamps mid-19th century

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • bronze, fruitwood
  • height of object 34 12 in.; height with fittings 41 in.
  • 88 cm; 104.5 cm

Condition

Wired for electricity. Finials later. Some arms now slightly loose, some with old metal reinforcements; no sign of breakage. Minor oxidation to ormolu. In good condition.
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