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A pair of extraordinary ormolu…
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Melbourne
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19-Sep-2023
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A pair of extraordinary ormolu candelabra. French 19th century. Provenance: The private collection of Violet Duleau, South-Yarra galleries, Melbourne. Gifted to Private Collection Melbourne. Then gifted to our current vendor, Melbourne. These extraordinary candelabra are a fantasy of design with their mythical dragon like sea-creatures which writhe in battle with sea serpents and which are surrounded by superbly cast giant clam shells. The columns are formed of a mass of flowers that pop-out everywhere, from twisted branches and in this part, their design echoes the style that was popular during the reign of Louis XV. The quality of the chased ormolu is excellent and their sheer weight has to be experienced to be believed as no expense was spared in the scale of their creation. Dimensions: 90 cm high, 28 cm wide
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Lighting: Candelabra/Candlesticks