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Important Pair of Belle Epoque Ormolu Candelabras w Frog Sculptures by H. Picard
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Truly unique pair of gilt bronze table candelabras by Henri Picard of Paris, France.
These amazingly sculptural antique candelabras for more than one reason have the wow factor. First of all, they are made by one of the most famous and celebrated metal workers and 'fondeurs' of mid 19th century Paris. This artisan was commissioned by many important 'patrons', but Henri Picard’s most notable achievement was to supply Napoleon 3rd with various decorative antiques, some of which are still in the State Apartment of the Louvre Museum. The second reason why these candelabras are in a league of their own is the subject matter. Almost all Belle Epoque antiques have classical-world subject matters, but this pair clearly is different and it is this difference that makes this pair even more unique and remarkable. It is almost as if Henri Picard had already caught a glimpse of what was to come three or four decades later. We say so, because the subject matter (with animals and lotus or lily leafs and their organic design) is almost Art Nouveau and Arts and Crafts in style. At the base of each of these candelabras are three endearing frog sculptures crouching under lotus leafs. A little further up the stem are a snail, a fly and a beetle sculpture, three creatures that regularly are on the frogs menu. And with the importance of frogs in French culture these candelabras also are of cultural historical significance. The third reason why we believe these works of art are of museum quality are the details. Besides the amphibian, mollusk and insects sculptures, you simply cannot overlook the remarkable details in the leafs, the branches and the floral decorations. They are of a quality and beauty that will make people want to stop, to look at and to study them. Like they would in a museum. Even all the original and removable bobeches AND the two bronze candle extinguishers in the middle are still there. These candelabras are special for all of the above reasons and if you have an idea of what it took to first design and then hand-create them then you will even better understand why we are so enthousiastic. And because they are decorated all around these stunning antiques will also look great in the middle of a table. Also as the best statement and talking pieces that money can buy.
Our price for this unique pair includes perfect packing and also free worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 to 6 days.
Maximum height x diameter top: 28.3 x 12.5 inches
Diamater of the base: 7.9 inches.
Diameter of the opening of each bobeche: 0.9 inches.
Weight: approximately 7 kilos or 16 pounds each.
- Creator:Henri Picard (Metalworker)
- Dimensions:Height: 28.3 in (71.89 cm)Diameter: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Belle Époque (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1840-1860
- Condition:Replacements made: Three of the bronze buds hanging on either side of the Lotus leafs at the base were, at some point in time, replaced by new bronze ones. It was a professional restauration that the former owner told us about. One frog foot and one toe is missing. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. There is an H. Picard maker's mark underneath every frog sculpture (see image 19). Please also read our item description.
- Seller Location:Lisse, NL
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Henri Picard
Henri Picard was a 19th-century gilder who is said to have graced Paris with his stunning furniture and decor from 1831 to 1864. His bronze pieces included exquisitely detailed candelabras, ornate clocks and sculptural table lamps.
Each item cast and gilded by the talented Picard represented the marriage of function and beauty and is a notable example of Napoleon III-style design. Developing from 1852–70, Napoleon III furniture was plush and ornate, matching the fashion for masked balls and socializing in salons.
Picard was particularly known for his artistry — his body of work includes expertly cast gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts for a range of porcelain vessels produced by Sèvres, a maker of exemplary European ceramics for hundreds of years. Picard collaborated with many designers of his day and worked for a firm called Defreville. And while Picard received numerous commissions, his most notable was designing decorative objects for Napoleon III. The pieces are still displayed at the Napoleon III Apartments in the Louvre Museum, Paris.
Picard also designed mantel clocks for the prestigious French clock-making company Raingo Frères. The manufacturer’s clocks are also on display in the Napoleon III Apartments.
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