Lot 709
  • 709

A pair of 'Limoges revival' enamel candlesticks, France, mid 19th century

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • A pair of 'Limoges revival' enamel candlesticks, France, mid 19th century
  • enamel
  • 29.5 cm, 11 5/8 in. high
in 17th century taste, each painted en grisaille on black with bands of putti at play between inhabited arabesques and gold scrolling

Condition

One restored around lowest joint and at places around bottom rim. Both with chipping around bottom rim and other wise good condition apart from the odd small nick.
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