Bring an elegant touch of moody, late-19th-century romance to your table with this beautiful pair of petite antique Art Nouveau candlesticks. Sourced directly from a fine estate collection, these candlesticks are crafted from authentic spelter (a traditional zinc-based white metal alloy highly favored by European and American craftsmen during the Victorian and Art Nouveau eras).Standing at a delicate 4.5 inches tall with an ornate 2.5-inch wide quad-foot base, each candlestick features a raised four-petal blossom motif on the front facing. They showcase a magnificent, authentic dark charcoal-gray antique patina, offering a wonderful Gothic, dark-academia, or rustic cottagecore aesthetic that modern reproductions simply cannot replicate. Why Collectors Love Spelter: Spelter was famously utilized during the late 1800s and early 1900s to create intricate, sculptural metalwork without the extreme weight or cost of bronze. Because this pair remains completely unpainted and uncleaned, it preserves the highly sought-after, age-appropriate oxidation and structural crispness that antique purists look for. Product Specifications: Era: Circa 1890s – 1910s (Late Victorian / Art Nouveau Period) Material: Spelter / Zinc Alloy Metal Quantity: Sold as a matching pair (2 candlesticks) Height: 4.5 Inches Base Width: 2.5 Inches Design: Raised floral blossom with flared candle cups and an ornate quad-foot base. Finish: Original, unpolished dark matte patina with light, natural surface highlights. Condition Report: Excellent antique condition with beautiful structural integrity. No cracks, major dents, or missing feet. The surfaces show genuine, historic oxidation and light, charming areas of wear that showcase their incredible age. The candle wells are intact and ready for use with standard taper candles. (Please review all listing photos for a close-up look at the original patina).
