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Signed Pair of French Seven-Light ‘Aux Canephores’ Gilt Bronze Candelabra
$39,000per set
£29,779.67per set
€33,905.21per set
CA$54,762.14per set
A$59,865.76per set
CHF 31,671.68per set
MX$716,390.02per set
NOK 402,976.65per set
SEK 368,884.36per set
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About the Item
This magnificent signed pair of seven-light candelabra is an outstanding example of the exceptional craftsmanship and highly refined style of French Classicism during the Bourbon Restoration period. The pieces are executed in a striking combination of olive-patinated bronze and richly chased, mercury-gilded bronze (ormolu), reflecting the opulent taste and technical excellence of early 19th-century Parisian bronziers.
The authenticity and attribution are confirmed by the clear signature “LVS. ROBERT” engraved on the bronze base ring, referring to the renowned Parisian bronzier Louis-Valentin-Elias Robert, whose high-quality productions defined this period.
Artistic Details:
Each candelabrum features an elegant classical female figure in the iconic form of a Canephore (basket bearer), a motif derived from ancient Greek tradition. Cast in olive-patinated bronze, the figure is draped in flowing antique garments, rendered in the virtuoso wet-drapery manner, where the thin fabric adheres to the body to emphasize the graceful anatomy beneath.
Balanced atop her head is a chalice-shaped capital from which rises the sumptuous seven-branch candle armature, entirely crafted in superb ormolu. The candelabrum is enriched with finely chased palmettes, acanthus leaves, and other Classical ornaments. The brilliant gilding forms a powerful visual contrast with the deep olive patina of the figure.
The architectural base is made of black marble or ebonized stone, mounted with finely detailed gilt-bronze appliqués and resting on sculpted paw-feet.
Provenance and Condition:
As clearly signed works by a distinguished Parisian bronzier, these candelabra possess significant collector’s value and embody the elegance and representational grandeur of the early 19th century.
Materials: Signed olive-patinated bronze, mercury-gilded bronze (ormolu), black marble
Condition: Excellent; gilding and patina are largely original and exceptionally well preserved
Dimensions: Height 81 cm; width (arms) 30 cm
A museum-quality pair by the celebrated bronzier L.-V.-E. Robert.
- Creator:Louis Valentin Elias Robert (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 31.89 in (81 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Louis Philippe (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:ca. 1850
- Condition:Repaired. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:Berlin, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1027447135652
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