Lot 636
  • 636

A pair of Louis XV style gilt bronze, bleu turquin marble and terracotta figural three-branch candelabra France, circa 1880

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • bronze, terracotta
  • height 37 1/2 in.
  • 95 cm

Condition

Good overall condition and presentation. Some traces of wax in candle branches, tarnish and light oxidation consistent with age and atmospheric conditions, a few small chips and to bottom of terracotta where it meets the marble, a few minute chips to marble edge, and some light tarnish to bronze bases. Bases drilled for electricity, the candle cups also inconspicuously drilled.
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