Candle Holder Decaix vintage brass finish
1458 €
The Met x Eichholtz introduces the Candle Holder Decaix, inspired by the British fascination with Egyptian design ignited during Napoleon Bonaparte’s North African campaign (1798).
With an antiqued brass finish, our piece evokes an early 19th-century pair of so-called “Egyptomania” candelabras by Alexis Decaix (British, active 1778–1811) in The Met collection, blending timeless allure with contemporary sophistication.
HISTORIC PROVENANCE
The Candle Holder Decaix is inspired by an Egyptian-style pair of candelabras designed by Alexis Decaix (British, active 1778–1811) for Goodwood House in southern England between around 1802 and 1806. Referred to as “Egyptomania” candelabras, their design was influenced by Napoleon Bonaparte’s North African campaign of 1798. Napoleon was accompanied on his expedition by a team of scholars who recorded their findings, and the resulting publication by Baron Vivant Denon (French, 1747–1825) on the monuments of the Nile Valley had a significant influence on design.
Specifications
Indoor/outdoor-Indoor use/dry locations onlyCare instructions
How to care for wood veneer
Veneer furniture is covered in a thin layer of real hardwood. Veneers are often used in high end furniture pieces and can be more costly than solid wood. Mid 20th century it became especially popular in interiors when teak wood was often used for Danish design furniture.
To fully enjoy your wood veneer furniture, please follow a few basic rules:
Cleaning and maintenance
Wood veneer requires gentle care to preserve the finish. Dust regularly and clean with a soft dry cloth.
Remove spills immediately as moisture can cause the veneer to peel off the surface. Prevent moisture from getting underneath the veneer by quickly and thoroughly cleaning up any spills. In case of water rings, rub the area with naphtha. Follow up with an application of oil or petroleum jelly to completely erase the mark.