French Style Gilt Bronze Plateau with Twin Candleholders and Blue Glass Inserts

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French Porcelain Tray Candelabras Bronze Platter Dish A highly decorative and unusual French style centerpiece - or tray - combining … Read more French Porcelain Tray Candelabras Bronze Platter Dish A highly decorative and unusual French style centerpiece - or tray - combining a gilt bronze plateau with integrated twin candelabra arms The oval tray is beautifully cast with flowing rococo-style scrolls and acanthus motifs, centred around a striking deep blue glass insert with softly fluted edge, creating a rich contrast against the warm gilt bronze Bought from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets Extending from either side are elegant, branching arms in the naturalistic manner, each supporting twin candle sconces The sconces are fitted with dark blue glass nozzles, echoing the central plateau and adding cohesion to the design The whole composition has a fluid, sculptural quality, typical of French rococo revival pieces, blending function and ornamentb serving equally well as a table centrepiece or decorative garniture A rare and visually impactful piece, ideal for a dining table or console display Features: French rococo revival style Gilt bronze frame with scrolling acanthus detail Central oval plateau with blue glass insert Twin branching candelabra arms (two lights per side) Matching blue glass candle cups Highly decorative sculptural form Offered in great condition with no signs of damage. Dimensions are in inches (CM): Width x Depth x Height 23 (58.4) x 11 (27.9) x 8 (20.3) See less