Lot 223
  • 223

A pair of gilt-bronze mounted porphyry seven light candelabra 19th century

Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • porphyry, brass
  • 70cm. high, 31cm. diameter; 2ft. 3½in., 1ft. ¼in.
the foliate shaped branches issuing from an acanthus decorated neck with drop swags of grapes with two scrolling acanthus handles above a porphyry body on a plinth base

Condition

In good condition. The gilt bronze mounts tarnished in areas and would benefit from a clean according to taste. Ready to place.
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