A pair of 18th century Sicilian Louis XVI metal-clad wooden torchères, exquisite examples of the Neoclassical style, combining the elegance of Louis XVI design with the regional influences of Sicilian craftsmanship, were exquisite decorative pieces during that period. Torchères were tall and served to hold candles to illuminate interiors or small churches.
Torchères are made of wood, which serves as the supporting structure, white lacquered wood on the back and covered with hand-embossed silver-plated metal on the front. The Louis XVI style is characterised by its neoclassical influences and moves away from the ornate designs of the earlier rococo period. These torches present an elegant and refined design. The metal coating would have given them a shiny and sophisticated appearance.
These Sicilian torches are influenced by various European styles, including French design trends such as Louis XVI. Sicilian craftsmen would have infused their regional touch into the torches, resulting in a unique blend of styles.
Torches were mainly decorative objects, adding a touch of grandeur and elegance to palaces, mansions and other luxurious interiors of the time. They were often placed in pairs to create a symmetrical and balanced composition.
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SILVER Seller in Catania, Italy
