Pair of candlesticks; France, c. 1830.

Pair of candlesticks; France, c. 1830.
Bronze.
It shows wear.
Measurements: 28 x 12 cm (x2).
Pair of bronze candlesticks with the same design of circular base decorated with carved vegetal motifs. The shaft has a succession of motifs in relief divided into registers that end in a polished upper area. Finally, the light area takes the form of a classic cup. Bronze candelabra in the 19th century represented much more than a simple source of illumination: they were symbols of luxury, art and social status. Their elaborate design, inspired by styles such as neoclassical and romantic, adorned the salons of the elite, while their brilliance reflected the opulence of those who owned them. In an era of transition to gas and electricity, these chandeliers remained relevant as decorative and functional pieces, establishing themselves as icons of the refined taste and sophistication of the era.