Pair of frosted glass Baccarat Caryatid Lustre Candlesticks
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Pair of frosted glass Baccarat Caryatid Lustre Candlesticks
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Pair of frosted glass Baccarat Caryatid Lustre Candlesticks:
the classical figure with arms raised to support silver-plated socle
with clear glass candle pan and cup bearing a straight-sided glass windshield; the pan, marked Baccarat, dressed with cut glass
prisms and pendants; on a square stepped plinth with star-cut base.
Circa 1890 and restored.
| Height: | 23¾" | - | 60.0cm |
| Width: | 4½" | - | 11.0cm |
Baccarat
French glass manufacturer founded in 1764 during the reign of Louis XV. Centred in Paris, they made fabulous chandeliers and table glass for royalty, and are still producing high quality glassware today.
caryatid
Classical Greek female figure supporting architectural element on her head, or her upraised arms.
socle
Plinth or removable candle-holder.
