A pair of carved, painted, ebonised and parcel gilt wood blackamoor torcheres

A pair of carved, painted, ebonised and parcel gilt wood blackamoor torcheres, 20th century, in the manner of 18th century Venetian examples, each fitted for electricity, the metal sconces held aloft, 213cm high overallCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and use, they are 20th century in date and overall the condition reflects this, there are some old splits and cracks, these probably follow the lines of the joints below the painted surface, there are some chips and losses revealing the timber beneath in places, the metal sconces are gold paintedPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to conditionCondition Report Disclaimer