Mid-18th Century Candelabras

 A decorative pair of C18th Italian carved lime wood figural candelabra in classical clothing with one arm holding aloft a candle support with metal drip trays, the figures stood on...

A beautiful display of flowers and foliage adorn this large, wall hanging giltwood eight-light candelabra. Hand-carved circa 1750 in Italy, the vegetation is accompanied by a twisti...

A plaster sculpture depicting a skull is placed above the base of a plinth in the shape of a column, made of fir wood and finished with pastiglia (refined plaster) and gilded gold. ...

We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects Particular, rare and antique pair of altar candelabra; they are made of carved wood, painted with white lacquer and finished with original gold leaf gilding; the solid and well defined shaped base, with curly feet, supports a proportioned and slender stem; the gilding is not invasive but aesthetically very elegant and harmonious; their height allows them to be used also from the floor. They have been electrified by placing faux candles on the top end, can be used with decorative bulbs, or you can have a custom lampshade built to your liking. The balanced and harmonious overall appearance, from the top to the bottom of each candelabra, shows the wonderful attention to detail of the Italian craftsmanship of that era. The torch-shaped candelabra is a liturgical decoration present in every church, once it was placed on the ground and only later on the altar; its use dates back to the very origins of the Church and is clearly and indissolubly linked to the symbolism of Light as an expression of Faith, Hope and the Resurrection of Christ. Beyond the environment in which it was placed, the candlestick has always had an important role in people's lives as it represented the protective element from darkness and gloom. Curiosity about these candlesticks: the fact that the objects have a well-finished front and a back without decoration make us understand that the church of destination was poor or country and could not afford luxury furnishings, so the candlesticks were commissioned to a small carpenter carver with the imposition that they had to be cheap but flashy; the skillful and intelligent craftsman perfectly executed the two wooden pieces then tried to save on the painting (it was in gold leaf!) then painted and decorated only the front part of the candelabra, the one facing the faithful leaving incomplete the back one that would remain hidden to the crowd! Surely, destined for daily use, they were placed on the high altar or in a wall chapel...

Pair of fire gilded candlesticks with balustered shafts with rocaille decor and removable leaf-shaped top with two spouts each.

A wonderful pair of ornate Italian Florentine candelabra in the Louis XVI style. They are carved wood with Mecca gold color silver gilding and da...

A wonderful pair of ornate Italian Florentine candelabra in the Louis XVI style. They are carved wood with Mecca gold color silver gilding and da...

Rare and Important Shabbat candelabrum, Brass, Poland, circa 1750. On the shaft there is a Hebrew inscription cast in relief, which translate as "The Jews enjoyed light "[and happine...

Decorate a mantel or a buffet with this elegant antique candelabra, crafted in southern France circa 1760, the forged piece stands on a three-leg pedestal and features three arms for...

Hallmarked in London, 1763 by James Waters, this striking, George III, antique, sterling silver pair of candelabra, feature Ionic design columns, gadroon borders, and square drip pan...

Very decorative pair of 18th century Italian wrought iron candelabras, with a wonderful sculptural concoction of wax build up The c...

Presenting an absolutely gorgeous 18th century Spanish cast iron seven candle floor candelabra from circa 1750. This stunning piece is elegant simplicity at it’s best with the most gorgeous natural age and patina to its surface. It is made of black cast iron with stunning natural patina. It sits on four turned and curled feet with a barley twist central column, central support, with a flowing swirled and turned top holding seven candle holders in a pyramid shape. A classic example of what would have graced a Spanish castle...