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Offered is an antique 19th-century Eastern European Jewish cast brass 5-light Sabbath candelabra (Shabbos candelabrum). Crafted from solid yellow brass, …
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Offered is an antique 19th-century Eastern European Jewish cast brass 5-light Sabbath candelabra (Shabbos candelabrum). Crafted from solid yellow brass, this heavy piece features an openwork scroll-arm architecture supporting five candle sockets with drip pans arranged atop a baluster turned stem and a circular domed base. Constructed using multi-part sand-cast and lathe-turned brass elements secured by a central threaded spindle.
Historical Provenance & Design Significance
Rooted in the metalworking traditions of 19th-century Eastern Europe, this five-light brass candelabra embodies the regional Rococo-revival aesthetic favored in Polish and Galician Jewish ceremonial art. The interplay of lathe-turned baluster profiles with hand-cast S-scroll arms reflects traditional European craftsmanship, serving as both a functional ceremonial vessel and a sculptural bronze-toned accent.
Curator's Note
With its heavy architectural silhouette, rich warm patina, and authentic historical charm, this 19th-century five-light brass candelabra offers compelling decorative utility for traditional, transitional, or eclectic interiors. Ideal as a tabletop centerpiece, mantelpiece anchor, or library sideboard statement.
Physical & Structural Characteristics
Construction Technique: Assembled from multiple heavy sand-cast and machine-lathe-turned brass sections linked internally by a heavy central steel threaded spindle.
Scroll Design: Features traditional European Rococo-revival openwork S-scroll and C-scroll branches radiating from two central stacked collar hubs.
Base & Shaft: Draped baluster stem with turned knops resting on a weighted hollow-domed circular pedestal base.
Surface & Patina: Displays authentic unpolished yellow brass with warm, deep oxidation, remnants of historical candle wax deposits, and green verdigris in the recessed joints and threading.
Item Specifics
Origin: Eastern Europe (Poland / Russian Empire).
Age: Circa 1880–1910
Material: Solid Cast & Turned Yellow Brass
Height: Approx. 16.25 inches
Width: Approx. 11.5 inches
Base Diameter: Approx. 5.75 inches
Weight: 5 lbs 7.8 oz
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- Dimensions
- 11.5ʺW × 5.75ʺD × 12.5ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brass
- Condition Notes
- Excellent antique condition overall. Preserves its original, unpolished aged patina with warm golden-brown brass oxidation. Recessed areas and cup wells … moreExcellent antique condition overall. Preserves its original, unpolished aged patina with warm golden-brown brass oxidation. Recessed areas and cup wells retain historical wax residue and trace verdigris. No structural cracks, breaks, or solder repairs observed. Screw threads hold firmly and securely. less
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