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Pair of Large Japanese Carved Wood Temple Candlesticks Edo Period

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A tall pair of Japanese carved wood candle holders circa early 19th century (late Edo Period). The pair is carved in the typical form with a block base in the shape of stylized chrysanthemums and long fluted stem with changes in diameter that supports a grooved holder fitted with metal pricket. These types of oversized candle holders were traditionally used in Buddhist temples or Samurai's resident where they were placed on the altar table for worshiping. What is extraordinary of these candle stickers is that they feature a wonderfully conserved surface with lacquered gold leaf. The sparkling gold on the well weathered surface is visually striking. The professional conservation was performed in 2007 and as a result, the pieces display a wonderful aged Wabi-Sabi patina.
The piece retains an original invoice from Far Eastern Antiques, NY dated to 1985 and a conservation invoice with detail report from Craig A. Ludwig dated to 2007.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Wood, gold leaf, metal
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Weather and patinated surface showing the aged beauty. Detail report and invoice of a conservation process done in 2007.
Creation Date:	19th century
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Bespoke, Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	557155

Dimensions

H.	30.5 in;	Diam.	72 in;
H.	77.47 cm;	Diam.	182.88 cm;

Message from Seller:

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