Antique Victorian late 19th or early 20th century Corinthian brass candle sticks
Antique Victorian late 19th or early 20th century Corinthian brass / copper candle sticks rare to have a pair
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This stunning pair of candle sticks would adorn any table or house.
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The amazing patina is showing its age, with lovely Verdi gris ( this only happens on copper / brass/ bronze and takes years and years)
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Acanthus décor to the top
Some age related wear
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28 cm tall
12 cm square at base
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Verdigris (/ˈvɜːrdɪɡriː(s)/)[1] is a common name for any of a variety of somewhat toxic[2][3][4] copper salts of acetic acid, which range in colour from green to a bluish-green depending on their chemical composition.[5]: 132 Once used as a medicine[6][7] and pharmaceutical preparation,[8]: 176 [9] verdigris occurs naturally, creating a patina on copper, bronze, and brass, and is the main component of a historic green pigment used for artistic purposes from antiquity until the late 20th century, including in easel painting, polychromatic sculptures, and illumination of maps.[9]: 414–423 [10] However, due to its instability, its popularity declined as other green pigments became readily available.[8]: 171 The instability of its appearance stems from its hydration level and basicity, which change as the pigment interacts with other materials over time.[11]: 637





















































