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Pair of 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Bouillotte Candelabras
$10,676.69
£7,952.59
€8,960
CA$14,702.66
A$16,003.48
CHF 8,479.67
MX$192,466.01
NOK 107,816.83
SEK 98,802.20
DKK 68,269.27
About the Item
Rare Pair of 19th Century French Bouillotte Candelabras in Gilt Bronze with Adjustable Green Tole Shades – Wabi-Sabi Elegance
An exceptionally rare and completely original pair of 19th-century French Bouillotte candelabras, preserved in their authentic, untouched condition. These neoclassical candleholders — made of gilt bronze with their original hand-painted green tole shades — are nearly impossible to find as a complete and mechanically functional matching set.
Designed in the Louis XVI and early Empire tradition, these pieces once provided soft candlelight for the French card game Bouillotte. Today, they offer far more than historic charm — they are objects of quiet beauty and deep character, embodying the wabi-sabi philosophy of impermanence, age, and material truth.
Each piece features:
A three-arm configuration with finely cast, gracefully curved gilt bronze candle arms (not converted to electricity)
A central adjustable stem, allowing the shade and candle arms to move vertically
Original green tole shade (diameter 43 cm / 16.9 in) with gilt interior for warm light reflection
A decorative key-shaped finial used to adjust the shade
A pierced bronze dish base with elegant classical detailing
What sets this pair apart is not only their rarity, but the poetry of their wear: the flaking paint, oxidized bronze, and aged surfaces all tell a visual story of time and use. Their presence is not flashy, but grounded — making them perfect for modern interiors that embrace natural materials, patina, and simplicity.
These candelabras fit seamlessly in contemporary and wabi-sabi-inspired spaces, where the beauty of imperfection, age, and authenticity adds soul to minimal surroundings. They are sculptural, textural, and timeless — ideal for a pared-down interior that honors the past without replicating it.
Dimensions (each):
Height: 65 cm (25.6 inches)
Shade Diameter: 43 cm (16.9 inches)
Materials and Techniques:
Gilt bronze
Hand-painted tole
Cast, pierced, hand-assembled
Non-electrified – retains original candlelight function
Condition:
Very good antique condition. Original patina, aged surfaces, and minor wear throughout. No restorations or modern conversions. Complete and structurally sound.
Date of Manufacture:
Mid-19th Century (circa 1840–1860)
Style:
Louis XVI / Empire – suitable for contemporary, minimalist, or wabi-sabi interiors
Sold As:
Pair (not available individually)
Additional Notes:
A rare opportunity to acquire a complete and unrestored pair of French Bouillotte candelabras that are not just decorative, but deeply expressive. They are equally at home in a grand library as they are in a calm, earthy, minimalist space.
- Dimensions:Height: 25.6 in (65 cm)Diameter: 16.93 in (43 cm)
- Lampshade:Included
- Style:Empire (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1800s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Antwerp, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU950445344562
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