Late 18th Century Two Baroque Lacquered Wood Italian Angels Holding a Candleholder

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An extraordinary Early 19th Century pair of antique polychrome carved wood kneeling acolyte angels, crafted as tall torchere candelabras. Each … Read more An extraordinary Early 19th Century pair of antique polychrome carved wood kneeling acolyte angels, crafted as tall torchere candelabras. Each figure is depicted kneeling reverently on an integral octagonal plinth base, rendered with soft facial features and flowing dark hair framing expressive faces. One angel is clad in a soft sage green tunic edged with delicate red detail, holding a classical turned gilt-wood candlestick topped with a metal crown pricket. The accompanying figure wears a soft powder blue robe, holding a matching turned candleholder. Both figures display bare feet resting on rocky terrain bases above their painted plinths. These sacred sculptural pieces exhibit an authentic, beautifully aged patina throughout. The original polychrome finish shows gentle paint loss, surface craquelure, and wear consistent with age and historical devotional use, enhancing their antique character and visual depth. They serve as striking focal points for a mantelpiece, sideboard, or devotional display. They are in original condition with signs of use and age. See less