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I absolutely love this pair of Neo‑Gothic bronze pricket candlesticks dating from the mid‑19th century, later converted into lamps.
Their slender silhouette, with its twisted shaft and finely carved base, reflects the romantic Gothic style: leafy motifs, small arcatures and reliefs inspired by medieval metalwork.
At the top, the openwork crown is typical of the period, with its volutes and tiny arcatures reminiscent of the lantern structures found on religious buildings. The warm patina of the bronze enhances the delicacy of the decoration, giving the pieces a presence that feels both noble and understated.
The addition of a light, simple lampshade brings a soft contemporary touch without altering the original spirit.
Once liturgical objects, they now stand as refined, timeless decorative lamps.
Style
Neo-Gothic
Period
Mid 19th century
More Information
Style Neo-Gothic
Neo‑Gothic furniture emerged in France around 1820, nourished by Romanticism and a renewed fascination with the Middle Ages. Under the July Monarchy, it reached its peak, driven by a national enthusiasm for medieval imagery and by the success of Victor Hugo.
Cabinetmakers then developed massive oak pieces, adorned with pointed arches, pinnacles and tracery inspired by cathedral architecture.
From the 1850s onward, Viollet‑le‑Duc introduced a more archaeological approach, faithful to medieval structures and joinery. The style spread widely throughout bourgeois interiors until the end of the nineteenth century, before being overtaken by Art Nouveau.
Buffets, sideboards, coffers and benches are distinguished by their medieval carvings, heraldic motifs and flamboyant decorative elements.
Dimensions
Width of the base: 18 cm
Total height: 63 cm
Height of the leg: 49 cm
