Attributed to Claude Galle - pair of patinated and gilded bronze candlesticks Aux Merveilleuses circa 1810
An elegant and rare pair of finely chiseled, patinated, and gilded bronze candlesticks, the fluted shafts surmounted by busts of three women known as Merveilleuses. The shafts end in three pairs of small feet, all resting on circular bases with flower friezes, edged with a frieze of stars and gadroons.
A fine French work from the Empire period circa 1810, attributed to the famous bronzemaker Claude Galle.
Sizes: H 11.81 In. - D 5.51 In.
Our candlesticks are in good condition, with some wear to the patina and gilding of the period, which adds to the charm of these collectible candlesticks.
Biography:
Claude Galle (1759 - 1815), was one of the most renowned Parisian bronze makers of the late 18th century and Empire period.
At first, he collaborated with the founder Antoine-André Ravrio and with Jean Hauré, then under the Empire, he became one of the main competitors of his colleague Pierre-Philippe Thomire and supplied many furniture bronzes to the Imperial Furniture Guard and to the greatest collectors of the time.
