"Paire De Bougeoirs De Forme Balustre En Bronze Argenté. Style 18ème Siècle"
Silver bronze, more unusual than other decorative bronze techniques, refers to the process of coating soft bronze objects with thin layers of silver, the process has a much longer life, closer to silver solid than silver plating.
The very attractive silver finish was used for antique candelabras and small sculptures.
As silvered bronze items are unmarked, dating is usually by design, however, this pair in the 1720 style is more likely to have been made in 1830.
The look and weight of this pair show superior quality in excellent condition.
The pair of beautiful French candlesticks in the Louis XV style would find its place very well on any table or mantlepiece
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