Saturday, January 9, 2010

a soapdish and a candlestick

a very elegant and well-worn soap-holder in silvered bronze;
19th century, found at an antique fair in Auxerre;
12 x 9 x 4 cm high

CAD/US$100/Euros70


detail of the base... with no discernible markings

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a very romantic and well-used candle-holder in bronze;
19th century; found at the Porte-de-Vanves flea market in Paris;
11.5 cm round x 5.5 cm high

CAD/US$200/Euros140


detail of the base... with a lovely swirling leaves design

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