André Antoine Ravrio (1759-1814) Pair of octagonal silvered bronze candlesticks circa 1808-1810
Attribué à André-Antoine Ravrio, une élégante paire de flambeaux en bronze ciselé et argenté. Les fûts octogonaux, sur bases à pieds griffes et piédouches à frises de feuilles d’eau.
This model was created by André Antoine Ravrio around 1808 and supplied in several examples for the castle of Fontainebleau and the castle of Compiègne.
Fine French work from the Empire period, circa 1808-1810, attributed to the famous bronzemaker André Antoine Ravrio.
Dimensions : Hauteur 28 cm – Diamètre 15 cm.
Our candlesticks are in a fine original condition, with beautiful period silver plating, the minor wear and tear of which adds to the charm of these collector's candlesticks.
Biography:
Andre Antoine Ravrio, born in Paris on October 23, 1759, and died in the same city on December 4, 18141, was a French sculptor, bronzemaker, gilder, songwriter, and chansonnier.
Awarded the title of Master Foundryman in 1777, Ravrio set up his own business in 1790. He became famous for supplying furniture bronzes to a prestigious clientele, including Emperor Napoleon 1st.
His cousin, the painter Henri-François Riesner, painted his portrait, now housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris.
