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A PAIR OF CANDLESTICKS WITH SPHINXES
Régence style, Paris, mid-19th century. The model is attributed to André-Charles Boulle (1643–1732).
Bronze punched, chased, and gilt. Baluster shaft on a trefoil base with three sphinxes, tapering to a leaf shape at the rear and ending in volutes as supports. On recessed fluted feet. Three angled light arms with leaf decoration, ending in ram's heads. Drip pans with gadrooned rims and vase spouts with relief leaf decoration. Raised central flame with matching spout (one with incomplete lip).
Ø 36 cm, H 49 cm.
Provenance:
- Koller Auctions Zurich, 27 March 2025, Lot No. 1106.
Another candelabrum that is almost identical except for the shaft, which is also attributed to Boulle, is illustrated in Hans Ottomeyer/Peter Pröschel: Vergoldete Bronzen. Munich 1986, Vol. 1, p. 57, No. 1.7.3. Further examples can be found at Waddesdon Manor (Inv. No. 2414.1), Warwick Castle, and in the Collection of Cassel van Doorn.
Conditionreport:
- Few signs of wear CHF 3 000 / 5 000 | (€ 3 090 / 5 150)
Venduto per CHF 3 125 (incl. premio)