{"product_id":"antique-victorian-figural-girandole-candlesticks-pair-marble-crystal-prisms","title":"Antique Victorian Figural Girandole Candlesticks Pair Marble Crystal Prisms","description":"Bring timeless Victorian elegance to your home with this exceptional matched pair of antique figural girandole candlesticks dating to approximately 1850–1880. Each candlestick features an ornate romantic courting couple beneath a flowering tree, supporting an elaborate grapevine candle crown adorned with sparkling crystal prisms, all resting on substantial white marble bases.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese beautiful antique candlesticks embody the romantic aesthetic that made Victorian girandoles a centerpiece of elegant parlors and mantels during the nineteenth century. Their sculptural quality, impressive size, and remarkable completeness make them an outstanding display for traditional, French Country, Victorian, or Grandmillennial interiors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Height: Approximately 13 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Width: Approximately 7 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSold as a matched pair.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaker\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnmarked.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimilar examples have been attributed by antique dealers and auction houses to several American Victorian foundries; however, these examples are unmarked, so no specific manufacturer is claimed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Date\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCirca 1850–1880\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis pair is in excellent antique condition and retains all of its original hanging crystal prisms, including the full complement of long faceted spear prisms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeveral of the round crystal buttons display light age-related internal sugaring consistent with antique lead crystal. Three of the long spear prisms have very small flea-bite chips at their tips that are difficult to notice when displayed and do not detract from their exceptional presentation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe gilt finish has developed a beautiful aged patina with expected wear consistent with age. The white marble bases remain in excellent condition with no major chips or cracks. The candleholders are structurally sound and display beautifully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthentic Victorian girandole candlesticks are becoming increasingly difficult to find, particularly complete matched pairs retaining their original crystal prisms. Their sculptural courting couple design, marble bases, and sparkling crystal drops create an elegant focal point for a mantel, sideboard, or dining table and make them a wonderful addition to any antique lighting or Victorian décor collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese candlesticks feature beautifully cast gilt metal construction with spun brass candle sockets mounted on solid white marble bases. The naturally aged patina enhances the intricate sculptural detail and reflects more than a century of careful preservation, giving the pair the warmth and character collectors appreciate in authentic Victorian decorative arts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI am an antique and vintage seller. All vintage and antique items have flaws. That is the nature and charm of aged and well-loved decor. If you are looking for pristine new decor, please do not purchase vintage or antique items from my shop. Everything I carry will show signs of age, use, and history. Please look closely at all photographs and read the description carefully before purchasing.","brand":"Girandole","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52797391503636,"sku":null,"price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/1465\/9604\/files\/b17e0ee8-8266-4bd0-b207-02d3bd8934ad.jpg?v=1783869555","url":"https:\/\/needlework-farmhouse.myshopify.com\/products\/antique-victorian-figural-girandole-candlesticks-pair-marble-crystal-prisms","provider":"Needlework Farmhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}