Italian Baroque Style Church Candlesticks in Gilt Bronze, Set of 2

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Striking pair of authentic church candlesticks, sourced by us in Rome, where our gallery is based. Crafted from cast bronze … Read more Striking pair of authentic church candlesticks, sourced by us in Rome, where our gallery is based. Crafted from cast bronze or gilt brass, these Candelabras are not ancient but certainly well-aged, and were most likely made in the early 20th century, inspired by the grandeur of classic Baroque ecclesiastical design. Standing an impressive 17.7 inches (45 cm) tall, they feature an elegant curvilinear silhouette enriched with finely detailed low-relief decoration, including scrolls, foliate motifs, and shells—hallmarks of the Baroque style. Each of the three sides of the triangular base—symbolically representing the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit—displays an important symbol of Catholic iconography: The Dove, representing the Holy Spirit The Chi-Rho (PX) monogram, one of the earliest Christograms, formed by the superimposition of the first two Greek letters of Christos The Hand of God (Dextera Domini) with the index finger pointing upward, enclosed within a triangle, symbolizing divine power and will These Italian church candlesticks show honest signs of age and use, with a beautiful, richly developed patina. Traces of original gilding remain and blend harmoniously with the warm bronze tones of the metal, creating a highly desirable aged surface. Certainly made in Italy, this pair makes an intriguing and atmospheric decorative statement—ideal for collectors of religious artifacts, Baroque-inspired interiors, or as sculptural accent pieces in a refined home setting. See less