{"product_id":"victorian-girandole-candlesticks-crystal-prisms-marble","title":"Victorian Girandole Candlesticks Pair with Crystal Prisms and Marble","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pair of Victorian girandole candlesticks combines ornate figural metalwork, hanging crystal prisms, and substantial white marble bases in a form associated with late 19th century decorative lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a buyer furnishing a Victorian mantel, traditional room, or collected interior, this pair has the scale and detail to work as a focal point even when the candle cups are not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-home-decor\" title=\"Pair of girandole candlesticks\"\u003ePair of girandole candlesticks\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figural mantel candlesticks with hanging prisms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victorian, likely mid to late 19th century based on the supplied research notes and construction details. Exact date is not confirmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ornate cast metal with a brass or bronze appearance, clear faceted glass or crystal prisms, and white marble bases. Exact metal alloy and prism composition are not confirmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged gold tone metal, clear prisms, and warm white marble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker and Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e No visible maker's mark. Maker not confirmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern or Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figural and botanical relief design. Specific pattern or model is not confirmed from photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victorian, figural, ornate, mantel luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each stands approximately 11 inches tall. Each marble base measures approximately 6 inches by 4 inches by 1 inch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matching pair with figural cast decoration, floral canopy, taper candle socket, hanging faceted prisms, and solid marble bases. All prisms are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Very Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e This matched pair remains complete, decorative, and structurally substantial with wear that fits its age and one noted marble chip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll hanging prisms are present on both candlesticks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo flea bites or chips were felt or seen on the prisms during inspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe long faceted prisms remain clear enough to catch and reflect light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ornate figural and botanical metalwork retains strong detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth candleholders remain securely mounted to their marble bases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne marble base has a chip along the bottom. Its location makes it less distracting when the candlestick is displayed, but it is a real condition issue and should be considered before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe undersides of the marble bases show discoloration, grime, scratches, and other surface wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe metal has an aged patina with darkening and surface wear in recessed areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe candle sockets show interior residue and surface wear from age and previous use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe prism wires and small connecting hardware show darkening and oxidation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGirandoles were made to surround candlelight with reflective hanging prisms, turning a practical candleholder into an elaborate mantel ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pair suits someone building a Victorian interior, decorating a traditional mantel, or collecting figural candleholders and period lighting accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat matters most here is completeness. Both pieces still carry their full group of hanging prisms, so the pair keeps the layered appearance these candleholders were meant to have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aged metal, clear prisms, and warm white marble give this pair the collected look that newer decorative reproductions usually try to imitate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"reading Vintage shipping policy\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e, no surprises\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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