Pair of twin-branch gilded and cut glass Early 19th Century Candelabra
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Pair of twin-branch gilded and cut glass Early 19th Century Candelabra
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Pair of twin-branch gilded and cut glass Early 19th Century Candelabra:
with central spiral-cut urn and diamond-cut ‘egg’ on rectangular
stepped base with Adam’s style oval motif; the twin branches
bearing diamond-cut cups and pans; dressed with cut glass prisms
and pear-shaped pendants; surmounted by a ‘Prince of Wales
feather’ top finial.
Circa 1830 and restored.
| Height: | 22" | - | 59.0cm |
| Width: | 20½" | - | 52.0cm |
| Projection: | 4¾" | - | 12.0cm |
Glossary Words
candelabra
Plural of candelabrum. A pair of candle-holders with two or more branches.
Adam's
18th century Scottish architect Robert Adam (1728-92) was inspired by classical antiquity on his Grand Tour to create his own neo-classical style, which evolved into increasingly light, elegant lines, unbounded by strict classical proportions.
