Object Description
This is a very fine antique pair of French bronze and ormolu figural candelabra, circa 1820 in date.
This finely cast pair of candelabra each feature darkly patinated classical maidens with ormolu twin-scrolled arms, ornate stiff-leaf sconces with internal drip trays. they are raised on cylindrical socles with finely chased ormolu banding on square stands.
There is no mistaking their unique quality and design, which is sure to be cherished by any admirer of French ormolu.
This high quality hot cast solid bronze pair was produced using the traditional “lost wax” process, otherwise known as the “cire perdue” method.
Condition:
In really excellent working condition, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 68 cm x Width 25 cm x Depth 15 cm
Dimensions in inches:
Height 2 foot, 3 inches x Width 10 inches x Depth 6 inches
Lost Wax Method
sometimes called by the French name of cire perdue or the Latin, cera perduta is the process by which a bronze or brass is cast from an artists sculpture.
In industrial uses, the modern process is called investment casting. An ancient practice, the process today varies from foundry to foundry, but the steps which are usually used in casting small bronze sculptures in a modern bronze foundry are generally quite standardised.
Our reference: A4825