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540 - Bronze candlestick, Spain, 16th century Cast bronze.
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Estimate €275 - €2,000
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Description
Bronze candlestick, Spain, 16th century Cast bronze. This truncated-cone candelabra stands on a wide base, giving it solidity and stability. The body, with its austere yet firm lines, culminates in a cylindrical stem with rectangular and circular openings for holding the candle. Formal simplicity and structural functionality are distinctive characteristics of utilitarian Gothic objects, in which ornamentation is secondary to the object’s liturgical or domestic purpose. The patina and casting marks bear witness to its age, demonstrating prolonged use and the nobility of the material. This type of piece was common in ecclesiastical or courtly settings, bearing witness to an era when lighting was linked to spirituality and ritual rhythms. Its structural integrity and sculptural character make it a valuable example of medieval European metallurgy. 14 x 10 x 10 cm.
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About the sale GRAND JULY AUCTION | OLD MASTERS, HAUTE ÉPOQUE & FINE JEWELLERY
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Auction time 07/28/2026 at 4:00 PM
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