French Empire Doré Bronze Candlesticks, a Pair

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Pair of French Empire Doré Bronze Candlesticks. These candlesticks feature a fluted and diamond-patterned shaft rising from a circular molded … Read more Pair of French Empire Doré Bronze Candlesticks. These candlesticks feature a fluted and diamond-patterned shaft rising from a circular molded base with guilloché border. The upper section is adorned with three finely cast maiden's busts and paw feet-motifs drawn from classical antiquity and associated with the grandeur of Napoleonic design. The candle holders are foliate molded, further emphasizing the empire style's love of symmetrical ornament and classical detail. These candlesticks bring timeless sophistication to both traditional and modern spaces. They can serve as accents on a mantel, console, or dining table, adding neoclassical elegance and a warm tone to a contemporary setting. Pair them with mirrors, crystal, or dark wood for a dramatic Empire-inspired vignette. See less