19th Century Bronze Gothic Chimera Dragon Candlestick Holders Antique French Art

An exceptionally detailed, matching pair of 19th century Renaissance Revival bronze candlesticks.

This striking pair features a heavily stylized chimera dragon central stem with an expressive, fierce face and a coiled S-scroll body covered in textured scales. They boast heavy gadrooned candle nozzles, flared bobeches, and rest on a sweeping, domed foliate base supported by three distinct scroll feet.

Crafted with traditional sand-casting techniques in great condition with warm patination. Likely to be of French origin.

Features faint workshop initials 'E K' or 'E N' to the underside.

Height: 25.25 cm