"Pair Of Candlesticks At La Financière Silver Swiss Goldsmith Bossard 1541gr 19th"
Rare and imposing pair of so-called "financial" candlesticks in solid Swiss silver, hallmark of the goldsmith Bossard*, barrel with six ringed barrels, on a large round molded base, vintage second half of the 19th century. These candlesticks are in very good condition and are of exceptional quality. They are very decorative due to their imposing size. Swiss hallmarks and 875 + J.Bossard signature. Note: micro-scratches and slight wear over time * Johann Karl Bossard (1846 - 1914) Son of Johann Caspar Balthasar, goldsmith. After an apprenticeship with his father, he completed his training in Geneva, Paris, London and the United States (Cincinnati, New York), then opened a gold and silver workshop of European reputation in Lucerne. Collector of antiques. Distinctions in Zurich (1883) and Nuremberg (1885), gold medal at the Universal Exhibition in Paris (1889). Alongside luxury objects such as the cup with lid from 1893 (Swiss National Museum), the Bossard workshop produced liturgical utensils, table silverware or cups for corporations and companies. Diameter: foot 21.4 cm Height: 24.5 cm Weight: 1541 grams Reference: 300 293 All photos are on: www.antiques-delaval.com