Lot 233
  • 233

A pair of Empire ormolu and patinated bronze four-light candelabra circa 1815

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • bronze
  • height 26 in.
  • 66 cm

Condition

Surface dirt and oxidation to ormolu with minor scratches and rubbing. Surface dirt and light scratches to patinated bronze but in very good condition. One eagle has a drilled hole at the bottom of its head. Two old restored breaks to two branches on one candelabra.
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