PAIR OF LOUIS XVI STYLE CANDELABRA By Denière In chased ormolu and crystal, the shaft with a motif of leaning putti holding a bouquet from which three arms of light and three crystal cups emerge, resting on a stepped base, encircled by a laurel wreath, the base signed DENIÈRE in PARIS and ANTWERP. 1885; missing H. 89 cm (35 in.) D. 39 cm (15 ¼ in.) A pair of Louis XVI style gilt-bronze and crystal three-light candelebra, signed by Deniere This lot is sold in aid of the 30 Millions d'Amis Foundation. This lot is being sold in aid of 30 Millions d'Amis. This elegant pair of candelabras, as evidenced by its signature, was made by the Maison Denière, one of the most renowned manufacturers of quality bronzes and active throughout the 19th century. The inscription "ANVERS. 1885" on the base of our candelabras, it would seem to reflect the company's participation in the Universal Exhibition held in Antwerp that same year. As René Corneli points out, "La Maison Denière, from Paris, also shines brightly; it mainly reproduces Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI models; all its creations have a special cachet" (cfr. R. Corneli "Anvers et l'Exposition Universelle de 1885", Bellemans Frères, Antwerp, 1886, p. 354). Finally, Denière was mentioned in the "Official Catalogue of the Industrial and Commercial Section of the French Republic", published under the patronage of the Ministry of Commerce. In addition, in recognition of the quality of his stand and the works of art exhibited, he received a "diploma of honour" (see "Exposition Internationale. Section française (1885, Anvers), Catalogue officiel de la section industrielle et commerciale de la République française", Edition Monnier, 1885, p. 28 and 41).