*** Fine Pair of Antique FRENCH ART NOUVEAU Heavily Gilded Candle Holders, circa 1910 ***
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ITEM DESCRIPTION
Item Description
Up for your consideration is a beautiful pair of French figural candle holders, in the Art Nouveau style, c. 1910. Each depicts a curvaceous woman in a long, flowing dress balancing the top portion of the candlestick on her head. The pieces are heavy for their size, and made of spelter with mercury gilding. This process (now banned) involves "plating" the metal with powdered gold, dissolved in mercury, then fired and polished. This expensive process provides a real gold finish. The gilding on these pieces is exceptional.
Measurements
The piece is 9" tall, 3.75" wide, and 3.75" deep.
Condition Report
Overall, the piece is in excellent condition. There is some wax residue from use and a light amount of wear to the gilt, typical for the age of the piece. It is without chips, cracks, or other imperfections.
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