~ Circa 1850 Finely Cast Bronze Zoomorphic Candlesticks ~
A wonderful pair of Victorian candlesticks cast in bronze decorated with animals.
The candlesticks are in the form of trees with natural bases. Each has a cast snake, komodo dragon, tortoise and beaver around the base, with a monkey featured part way up the trunk.
They have removable sconces with leaf decoration.
The candlesticks are very finely cast with plenty of detailing.
They do not appear to be signed.
The candlesticks have been cast in three pieces and then assembled.
~ Dimensions ~
Each candlestick has a height of 20cm (8 inches) and a base diameter of 11.5cm (4 1/2 inches)
Together they weigh 1.67 Kg.
~ Condition ~
The pieces have no damage and have a nice aged patina.