Antique English Pair of Large Brass Twist Candlesticks

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Antique English Pair of Large Brass Twist Candlesticks. Solid cast brass with an open spiral stem, this pair of barley … Read more Antique English Pair of Large Brass Twist Candlesticks. Solid cast brass with an open spiral stem, this pair of barley twist candlesticks has the kind of tactile quality that makes you want to pick them up the moment you see them. The barley twist form was a hallmark of late Victorian decorative arts, drawn from the visual rhythm of twisted grain stalks and widely embraced by British craftsmen of the era. It became popular for good reason, the form is deeply satisfying, both to look at and to hold.

Dimensions: W 5", D 5", H 12"

Origin: England

Circa Date: 1895

Condition: The brass has developed a warm golden patina that only comes with genuine age, with minor wear that adds character rather than distraction. Display them on a mantle or sideboard and they anchor a room quietly and confidently. See less