Two pairs of German 800 silver 2-light candelabra. Made by M. H. Wilkens & Söhne in Germany, ca 1890. Each: tapering pillar on raised foot with spread c-scroll supports. Garland-entwined figure mounted to pillar top. On two, a bosomy, drapery-clad caryatid; on other two, a naked atlantes. Soft youthful flesh that contrasts with the statuary pillar. Each figure holds a stem with two open and scrolled branches terminating in single socket. Fluid and dynamic Art Nouveau mixed with frothy Rococo. One pair has interlaced script monogram engraved on foot.

Fully marked including maker’s stamp. The monogramed pair is numbered 100703 (atlantes) and 100704 (caryatid). The unmonogrammed pair is numbered 97406 (atlantes) and 97407 (caryatid) and has Budapest retailer’s stamp for Antal Bachruch. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 13 3/8 x W 8 3/4 x D 4 1/4 in. Total weight: 124 troy ounces. #BX487