Pair Of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Carved Wooden Candlesticks

An exceptional pair of Swedish carved wooden candlesticks, dating to circa 1870, showcases the finest characteristics of Scandinavian country elegance and historic craftsmanship. These striking altar-style pricket sticks possess a commanding presence, perfect for high-end interiors seeking authentic texture and timeless character.

The architectural silhouette features turned, rounded, and molded candle platforms terminating in original iron pricket spikes to securely hold large statement candles. The elegantly balanced baluster stems are deeply carved with stop-fluted channels and traditional acanthus leaf foliage, showcasing a distinct neoclassical influence adapted for the Swedish country home.

The upper stems rest dramatically upon heavy, sculptural, four-legged Baroque-style plinth bases. This stepped architectural foundation gives the pair structural stability and an imposing, statuesque profile.

The condition is excellent for their age, exhibiting a heavily weathered, dry scraped patina. Decades of natural wear have created an exquisite surface texture, revealing layers of historic paint and the warm undertones of the underlying wood. Stable shrinkage splits and softening to the carved details further authenticate their long history.

Height 47 cm, Width 12 cm, Depth 12 cm

All our items are genuine antique/vintage pieces and therefore can have some signs of age related use or wear, this adds to the character and uniqueness of each of them. 

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