Pair of Gilt Bronze Candlesticks Butterflies After Juste-Aurèle Meissonnier

After Juste-Aurèle Meissonnier: Pair of Gilt Bronze Candlesticks with Butterflies, Louis XV Style, circa 1850

This pair of gilt bronze candlesticks embodies the elegance of the Louis XV style. Their matte and glossy gilding, richly chiseled in a rocaille style, features foliage and butterfly motifs on a twisted, three-sided shaft.

Inspired by the creations of Juste-Aurèle Meissonnier, these candlesticks showcase exceptional French craftsmanship. Crafted around 1850, they retain remarkably preserved gilding, lending each piece a unique authenticity.

Dimensions:
Height: 10 inches.
Base Diameter: 5.5 inches.

Condition:
In excellent condition, these candlesticks display their original matte and glossy gilding, adding to their timeless charm.

Juste-Aurèle Meissonnier, a goldsmith, designer, sculptor, and architect, saw his creations appreciated by high nobility and European courts. He worked for the French and Portuguese courts, as well as the English and Polish aristocracy.