242. Stunning Pair Ormolu Bronze Candelabra Athena and Ares


STUNNING PAIR ORMOLU & BRONZE CANDELABRA

A Very Impressive & Superbly Cast Pair of Figural Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Twin Arm Candelabra of medium proportions, early to mid Nineteenth Century, of French origin.

Depicting the Goddess of War Pallas Athena & Proctectress of Athens wearing a Military Cuirass and Plumbed Helmet, holding a Spear and a Shield of Medusa by her side, her half brother Ares  in similar attire. Both raised of exceptional quality circular ormolu socles ending on square bronze bases.

Condition: Good condition, these pieces have been professionally re-bronze patinated and gold plated, original firm fitting drip pans.

Height: (entire, an impressive) 13.5” (34cm). Width: (across arms) 5.5” (14cm). Width: (at base) 3” (7.5cm). Depth: (at base) 3” (7.5cm).  

Shipped to Menlo Park, California.