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19th Century Anglo- Indian Engraved & Jeweled Bronze Cobra Candlestick
India, Circa 1890
One the finest examples of late 19th …
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19th Century Anglo- Indian Engraved & Jeweled Bronze Cobra Candlestick
India, Circa 1890
One the finest examples of late 19th century Anglo- Indian bronze cobra candlesticks, made for the British market. The quality of the craftsmanship of the casting, the sculpture is complete with an inset ( green-glass) 'emerald gemstone'
A substantial work, Realistically cast and modeled, the 11-inch standing coiled cobra raised on the 8-inch wide x 7-inch deep engraved bronze serpent tail (caudal) with open hood, with inset 'emerald gemstone' (green glass) supporting a 3.5-Inch diameter finely engraved lotus motif bobeche, which holds a standard candle. This work is unmarked.
Overall measurements:
11-inches high
3.5 -inch diameter bobeche
8-Inches wide x 7 -inch deep base.
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- Dimensions
- 8ʺW × 7ʺD × 11ʺH
- Styles
- Anglo-Indian
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Glass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Good Wear consistent with age and use. Good Wear consistent with age and use. less
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