An Exceptionally Fine French Baccarat Molded & Cut Crystal Twin Light Single Candelabra, early to mid Nineteenth Century.
The central baluster standard issuing plain scroll arms, the drip pans hung with facet cut crystal prisms, ending on a circular dome shaped base with beaded decoration.
Condition: Superb condition with no losses, except for an internal crack on one candle holder, see image. This early Baccarat piece is unmarked.
Width: (at widest) 9.25” (23.5cm). Height: (entire as shown on first image) 15" (38cm). Diameter: (base) 5.75" (14.5cm).
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