From Italy A pair of large 18th century Empire Giltwood vases, two carved and giltwood portapalme, handled center vases, on square base, realized in carved Cembran pinewood with Empire foliate motivs carved with vegetal patterns. Could be mounted as large table lamps. This pair of antique lamps is in good condition, material and gilding are original and show normal signs of age and use, with minor gilding losses. They come from a private house of Milan. The back side of this pair is not carved, just painted decorated, as most of the liturgical altar decorations.

A  stunning pair of Empire four-light gilt bronze figural candelabra, of French origin,  dating back to 1810 circa. Extraordinary high-quality casting, chasing, engraving and mercury gilding.

Each flambeau has four curved branches  decorated with floral patterns, ending with palm leaves and wax cups or bobéches are flower-shaped. Candle holders issuing from a torch, held by putti   balancing on a round globe. Both cherubs have a  perfect anatomy, with  curled hair and a spectacular chiseled  plumage wings. The candelabra are mounted on a stepped square base measuring 13 x 13 centimeters .

In overall excellent condition, with the exception of old restorations on a garland, an index finger and a leaf top missing.

They come from a luxury villa at Como Lake..

We have disassembled both works for cleaning  and  each item consists of 38 pieces and a globe  edge   is engraved with monogram M.B, may be initials of  the artisan maker.

Each piece is characterized by  a superb casting, chasing, engraving and mercury gilding and must be made by a great French fondeur-ciseleur of Empire period.