Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse, 1824 Anizy-le-Chàteau – 1887 Sèvres, zugeschrieben

PAIR OF LARGE, SILVER-PLATED CANDELABRA Height: 67 cm each. Base: 17 x 17 cm. Numbered 1428525 and company mark "CHRISTOFLE" on the edge of the base. Each with eight flames. The figural structure in the form of three female figures, corresponding to the Three Graces motif. They stand with their upper bodies exposed and elaborately draped robes with their backs together, each holding a torch with two spouts, or one spout higher. The plinths are in the form of fluted column trunks above square bases, with sculptural fruit decoration and a central oval cartouche. The youthful female figures are of the highest sculptural quality, which corresponds to the works of the aforementioned sculptor. The contrast between the even, smooth surface of the body and the curly hair is typical of the sculptor's style. Ernest Carrier-Belleuse was probably the most important French sculptor of his time, also known as Rodin's teacher. From 1840, he studied under Pierre Jean David d'Angers (1788-1856) at the École des Beaux-Arts before turning to marble and bronze sculpture. His first success came in 1863 with a "Bachantine", which Emperor Napoleon III purchased for the Tuilleries. Honored with public commissions, he created the bronze figures for the Paris Opera, the Louvre, the "Théatre Français", but also for the "Banque de Paris". His style corresponds to the continuation of the 18th century concept. The grace and postures of his female figures can be described as perfect. The sculptor worked as a director of the Sèvres manufactory until the end of his life. His pupil Auguste Rodin (1840-1917) created his portrait bust in 1882. Execution by the Cristofle company, silver plated. (1402331) (10) Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse, 1824 Anizy-le-Chàteau - 1887 Sèvres, attributed PAIR OF LARGE, SILVER-PLATED CANDELABRA Height: 67 cm each. Base: 17 x 17 cm. Numbered 1428525 and company mark "CHRISTOFLE" on the edge of the base.