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Pair of candlesticks, early 20th century. Silver. Measures:...

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Pair of candlesticks, early 20th century. Silver. Measures: 45 x 30 cm Weight: 1,966 kg each. Pair of silver candlesticks, early twentieth century, with five arms of light. Arched arms decorated with vegetal scrolls. The lighters with vegetal decoration are supported on saucers with fluted decoration. The stem is decorated with vegetal motifs resting on a circular base, also with the same type of decoration on the stepped elevation. The Bible already records their existence and the prominence of these objects, which were used to provide light in times of darkness. Throughout history, they have been used to illuminate the rooms of the highest social classes. They were more of a necessity than a luxury. With the advent of electricity, they became objects of luxury and ornamentation. A whole philosophy is contained in the candelabra, which have thus become objects of worship. Dimensions: 45 x 30 cm Weight: 1.966 kg each.