Pair of Silverplate Mini Lady Hand Taper Candle Holders
Pair of Silverplate Mini Lady Hand Taper Candle Holders
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Pair of Silverplate Mini Lady Hand Taper Candle Holders
Pair of figural silver'plated "hand" candle or match holders
French or Continental European circa 1880-1900
Inspired by both Neoclassical and Belle Epoque taste
Finely modeled female hand extending from a ruffled cuff or sleeve, grasing a flared cup form - typically used for taper or match holders, sometimes as a vesta holder on a dressing or writing table
Likely silver plate over brass or white metal
Hand motif was recurrent symbol in 19th c French and Austrian decorative arts - representing offering, hospitality and affection
Pair of Silverplate Mini Lady Hand Taper Candle Holders
Pair of figural silver'plated "hand" candle or match holders
French or Continental European circa 1880-1900
Inspired by both Neoclassical and Belle Epoque taste
Finely modeled female hand extending from a ruffled cuff or sleeve, grasing a flared cup form - typically used for taper or match holders, sometimes as a vesta holder on a dressing or writing table
Likely silver plate over brass or white metal
Hand motif was recurrent symbol in 19th c French and Austrian decorative arts - representing offering, hospitality and affection