A large pair of magnificent and striking classical cast iron...

Estimate

£190 - £300

A large pair of magnificent and striking classical cast iron torchère columns, black finish, monumental floor-standing candlesticks of the kind used to flank altars, theatre entrances and grand garden gates, each column rises from a deeply decorated square plinth on four bold scroll feet, each face of the plinth carries a deeply cast oval medallion portrait in relief, a bearded theatrical or Shakespearian face surrounded by scrollwork and acanthus panels, above the plinth, the shaft rises through a gadrooned bulb and into a tall fluted column, terminating in a large ribbed candle cup to hold a substantial pillar candle, each approx. 150cm high, the bases 52cm across, and each 59kg, the overall effect is theatrical and magnificent, equally at home flanking a garden gate, lining a terrace stair or standing at either end of an outdoor dining table, placed inside the home they are a stunning talking point.
Please note that all lots in this auction are held offsite and collection would be from Windsor Classical Gardens in Datchet (SL3) and would be strictly by appointment arranged through Bamfords Auctioneers on 01332 210000.