{"product_id":"untitled-may18_06-34-43","title":"Hand-Carved Italian Torchère Floor Candlestick\nItaly, Late 19th Century","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncredibly unique, this discovery of monumental Italian torchère appealed on every level, from its beautifully aged olive and sage-toned painted finish, dramatic paw-foot base and elegant hand-turned silhouette. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally created as a floor candlestick for grand European interiors, this sculptural piece now works beautifully as a statement object in both traditional and contemporary spaces, with styling ideas aplenty  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic age, layered patina and visible imperfections give the surface extraordinary depth and warmth impossible to recreate. A rare decorative piece with strong architectural presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe elongated hand-turned shaft is finished in layers of timeworn olive and sage-toned paint with dark bronze-toned detailing, naturally rubbed and softened through decades of age and use. Fine crackling, exposed undertones and surface variation throughout reveal the unmistakable character of genuine antique surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tripod paw-foot base adds a dramatic neoclassical quality, while the restrained silhouette allows it to sit comfortably beside a limestone fireplace, in an entrance hall, layered into a library or used to bring sculptural height to quieter spaces. Super high ceiling? Elevate it further onto a sideboard. This is a zero rule piece! With a 20cm diameter top you can have a robust and beautiful candle sitting on it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 147 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop diameter: 20 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidest point at feet: 29 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItaly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate 19th Century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-carved and painted timber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal aged painted finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTripod paw-foot base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsistent with age and use. Surface wear, rubbing, crackling and minor losses to the painted finish throughout. Age-related timber movement and imperfections present and celebrated as part of the piece’s authenticity and charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyling Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticularly beautiful paired with limestone, antique brass, natural linen and layered European textures. Works equally well in contemporary interiors where sculptural antique forms are used to create warmth and contrast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn request we can have it wired to hold a bulb such as a flame tip candle style. POA for the wiring. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Founders of Rome","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43760111386690,"sku":"FOR-8049-UNT-FOUNDERS O","price":3100.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/3981\/8050\/files\/CC3A8C5A-1955-455F-BD8C-2E64905A290A.png?v=1779145679","url":"https:\/\/foundersofrome.co.nz\/products\/untitled-may18_06-34-43","provider":"Founders of Rome","version":"1.0","type":"link"}