Description
A striking pair of vintage blue and white marbleized ceramic candlesticks featuring richly swirled agateware / Aptware style patterning throughout. These sculptural candleholders showcase dramatic cobalt and cream marbling with a glossy glazed finish, giving them the appearance of flowing stone or hand-mixed slipware pottery.
Their elegant baluster forms and oversized drip pans make them substantial decorative accents equally suited to traditional English country interiors, Mediterranean-inspired spaces, or more collected organic modern and postmodern settings.
Beautiful displayed on a dining table, mantel, console, or styled among blue-and-white porcelain collections. The swirling pattern is especially eye-catching in person, with each candlestick displaying unique variations in the marbled glaze.
A highly decorative pair with timeless appeal.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with use and handling. Minor surface wear and irregularities inherent to the handmade marbleized ceramic process. Wear to candle cups from prior use. No chips or cracks observed.
Materials & Techniques:
Ceramic
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Unknown
Their elegant baluster forms and oversized drip pans make them substantial decorative accents equally suited to traditional English country interiors, Mediterranean-inspired spaces, or more collected organic modern and postmodern settings.
Beautiful displayed on a dining table, mantel, console, or styled among blue-and-white porcelain collections. The swirling pattern is especially eye-catching in person, with each candlestick displaying unique variations in the marbled glaze.
A highly decorative pair with timeless appeal.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with use and handling. Minor surface wear and irregularities inherent to the handmade marbleized ceramic process. Wear to candle cups from prior use. No chips or cracks observed.
Materials & Techniques:
Ceramic
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Unknown
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with use and handling. Minor surface wear and irregularities inherent to the handmade marbleized ceramic process. Wear to candle cups from prior use. No chips or cracks observed.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
9.75 x 5.25 x 5.25 in
Vintage Blue & White Marbleized Ceramic Candlesticks - Pair of Agateware / Aptware Style Sculptural
Estimate $360-$740
Current Bid (1 bid)
$360
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