SMALL PAIR OF GILDED ALTARSTICKS

Beautifully carved leaves embellish this short and stout pair of pricket candlesticks.  Their nice proportions start with a wide girth that tapers above and below.  The surface is finished in gold leaf over raw sienna toned bole.  Normal wear.  Backside not gilded.  Delicate veining throughout.  Plain square base replaced. 
Origin:  Northern Italy
Period:  19th century

10” h (includes pricket) x 3.75”w x 3.75”d

$1650 pair