Exquisite pair of Girandoles - Neoclassical - Bronze, Ormolu, Carrara Marble, Rock Crystal and Cut Glass - Late 19th century

An exquisite pair of Russian or French girandoles with a mixture of rock crystal and hand cut glass drops, dating to the mid 19th century, circa 1860. Each girandole features a Carrara marble base resting on three ormolu bronze bun feet; mounted on the bases are solid ormolu bronze stems chiselled and decorated in a pillar form. The pillars issue curved ormolu candle branches to accommodate three lights. The tops are surmounted by two tiers of delicate rock crystal drops. The main body has slender serpentine scrolls draped and decorated with various rock crystal and hand cut glass drops. The pieces have been converted to electrical use, however, this must be changed and renewed to modern standards by an electrician. Approximate dimensions: 50 cm high 28 cm wide Total combined weight: 6 KG Condition: Overall in excellent condition for their age with some very small chips to the marble (see pictures) . All of the rock crystal and cut glass drops are present and do not have chips or damage. Please ask any questions that you may have.