Empire Candelabra in Gilt and Patinated Bronze from Pierre-Philippe Thomire, Paris, 1810s, Set of 2

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Artist: Pierre-philippe Thomire Period: 19th century Style: Consulat, Empire Condition: Good condition Material: Bronze Height: 72 cm Reference: 1677923 Availability: … Read more Artist: Pierre-philippe Thomire Period: 19th century Style: Consulat, Empire Condition: Good condition Material: Bronze Height: 72 cm Reference: 1677923 Availability: In stock "Pair Of Empire Candelabra In Gilt And Patinated Bronze, Pierre-philippe Thomire, Paris, 1805-1815" Pair of Empire gilt and patinated bronze candelabra – Pierre-Philippe Thomire, Paris, circa 1805–1815 Important and refined pair of Empire-period candelabra in finely cast and chased bronze, combining original mercury gilding with a deep, untouched patina, attributable to the Parisian production of Pierre-Philippe Thomire, the leading bronzier of the Napoleonic era. Each candelabrum is centred by a winged female figure, representing Victory, standing on a gilt globe decorated with a griffin in relief, and supporting a richly ornamented three-light crown with scrolling foliage inspired by classical antiquity. The composition is distinguished by its balanced proportions, high-quality chasing, and decorative vocabulary closely associated with Thomire’s documented models supplied to imperial residences and elite private patrons. The original mercury gilding, combined with a beautifully preserved dark antique patina, never polished, is exceptional and confirms a production of the highest level. Period: Empire, circa 1805–1815 Origin: Paris Attribution: Pierre-Philippe Thomire Material: mercury-gilt bronze and patinated bronze Height: approx. 72 cm Base: approx. 14 × 14 cm Condition: excellent original condition, untouched antique patina See less