A striking pair of 18th century Italian gilded pricket candlesticks, beautifully proportioned and richly decorative, with the warm aged surface and sculptural presence associated with period ecclesiastical and altar furnishings.
Each pricket is finely carved with a traditional baluster-form stem, rising from an ornate tripod base with scrolling feet and shaped foliate detailing. The design features classical carved elements throughout, including rounded knop sections, leaf-form decoration and turned collars fitted with original-style iron pricket spikes for securing candles.
The gilded surface displays a wonderful old-world character, with areas of natural age-related wear, rubbing, surface losses, craquelure, historic worming, and exposed bole/underlayer visible throughout. These details give the pair a highly decorative and authentic antique appearance, with a beautifully timeworn patina that reflects their age and use.
One candlestick measures approximately 26.50 inches high, while the other measures approximately 27.50 inches high. The slight variation in height is consistent with hand-crafted antique pieces of this period and adds to the charm and individuality of the set.
These pieces make a dramatic decorative statement, whether displayed on a console, mantel, dining table, altar-style setting, or within an antique, Italian, French country, ecclesiastical, or Old World interior. Their aged gilding and sculptural silhouette offer exceptional atmosphere and visual warmth.
Details:
18th Century
Italian
Gilded wood
Pair of pricket candlesticks
Traditional iron candle spikes
Ornate carved baluster stems
Tripod bases with scrolling feet
One measures approx. 26.50"H
One measures approx. 27.50"H
Condition: Antique condition with age-related wear, gilding loss, surface cracks, historic worming, rubbing, patina, and imperfections throughout. Presented as found, with wear consistent with age and period use.
A beautiful and highly decorative 18th century Italian gilded pricket set, ideal for collectors, decorators, and interiors seeking authentic European antique character.
A striking pair of 18th century Italian gilded pricket candlesticks, beautifully proportioned and richly decorative, with the warm aged surface and sculptural presence associated with period ecclesiastical and altar furnishings.
Each pricket is finely carved with a traditional baluster-form stem, rising from an ornate tripod base with scrolling feet and shaped foliate detailing. The design features classical carved elements throughout, including rounded knop sections, leaf-form decoration and turned collars fitted with original-style iron pricket spikes for securing candles.
The gilded surface displays a wonderful old-world character, with areas of natural age-related wear, rubbing, surface losses, craquelure, historic worming, and exposed bole/underlayer visible throughout. These details give the pair a highly decorative and authentic antique appearance, with a beautifully timeworn patina that reflects their age and use.
One candlestick measures approximately 26.50 inches high, while the other measures approximately 27.50 inches high. The slight variation in height is consistent with hand-crafted antique pieces of this period and adds to the charm and individuality of the set.
These pieces make a dramatic decorative statement, whether displayed on a console, mantel, dining table, altar-style setting, or within an antique, Italian, French country, ecclesiastical, or Old World interior. Their aged gilding and sculptural silhouette offer exceptional atmosphere and visual warmth.
Details:
18th Century
Italian
Gilded wood
Pair of pricket candlesticks
Traditional iron candle spikes
Ornate carved baluster stems
Tripod bases with scrolling feet
One measures approx. 26.50"H
One measures approx. 27.50"H
Condition: Antique condition with age-related wear, gilding loss, surface cracks, historic worming, rubbing, patina, and imperfections throughout. Presented as found, with wear consistent with age and period use.
A beautiful and highly decorative 18th century Italian gilded pricket set, ideal for collectors, decorators, and interiors seeking authentic European antique character.
