274 - Candleholder converted into a lamp, with an alabaster base and a cloisonné enamel shaft, monogrammed "FM" on the underside of the base

Candleholder converted into a lamp, with an alabaster base and a cloisonné enamel shaft, monogrammed "FM" on the underside of the base Late 19th century Height: 32 cm (Some damage and missing pieces, particularly on the alabaster portion) The success of cloisonné-enameled bronzes in the 19th century owes much to the enthusiasm generated by the creations of Ferdinand Barbedienne. Inspired by Oriental arts, these precious objects appealed to a clientele seeking exoticism and refinement. Our candlestick is part of this particularly popular decorative movement, a testament to the craftsmanship that defined the golden age of European decorative arts.