An important pair of giltwood, carved and chased candlesticks, dating from the 19th century. The bodies are composed of superimposed carved elements (crozengi, balusters, bells, etc.) forming a monumental candelabra shaft richly decorated with lambrequins, knobs, acanthus leaves, cartouches, and a string of beads. The whole rises in a column on a tripod base with acanthus leaf scrolls. The lamp is presented on a circular giltwood plinth, surmounted by a white-painted wooden imitation candle holder, which accommodates a pagoda-style lampshade of pleated white silk with gilt trim. A central arm, activated by a pull-chain switch, illuminates a central bulb, while two smaller light arms, each holding two small bulbs and providing a softer light, are activated by a small lever switch. Each candlestick has a gilt power cord.
The torch holder under Louis XIV
At the end of the 17th century, chandeliers were still rare, and to avoid blackening painted ceilings with candle smoke, it became customary to place a pair of torchères on either side of a table, usually made of gilded wood. Lighting was then provided by candelabra or girandoles placed on these tall torchères. It was at the end of the 19th century that the torchère stand was revived under Napoleon III and eventually adapted to the arrival of electricity in homes. Thus, the torchère stand was electrified and fitted with a lampshade to blend seamlessly into the interiors of the period.
Circa: 1870
Dim: L: 56cm, D: 56cm, H: 190cm. Dim: W: 22in, D: 22in, H: 74.8in.
Dimensions without lampshade: H.154 cm x L.30 cm / 60.62 in x 11.81 in
Condition report: In used condition, with slight wear and some silk stains. The electrical system has been fully serviced and is in perfect working order.
- Reference :
- 3317
- Width :
- 56 (cm)
- Height :
- 190 (cm)
- Depth :
- 56 (cm)
- Era ::
- 19th century
- Style ::
- Louis XVI
- Materials :)
- Wood, Silk
