Each comprising a finely-cast bronze griffin, carrying a vase on its head with three scrolling foliate ormolu candle arms with vase-shaped nozzles and round drip plates, with a central stem topped by a cone finial, on a stepped, rounded rectangular white marble base with gilt beads, raised on ormolu toupie feet.

Modelled after 'candélabres au griffon' by François Rémond (1747-1812) which he designed in 1782. Rémond was one of the most important Parisian chasers-gilders in the latter part of the 18th century. He started his apprenticeship in 1763 and completed his master's degree in 1774. His talent quickly attracted a wealthy clientele, including some of the Court's most prominent members. Through the intermediary of the merchant-mercier Dominique Daguerre, Rémond quickly acquired many wealthy clients. A registry entry from Daguerre in 1783 mentions a pair of this form of candlestick, which was sold for 650 Livres. By 1787, Rémond had sold thirteen pairs, twelve of which were acquired by D. Daguerre. The model proved enduringly popular into the 19th century. Rémond contributed to the furnishing of most of the great collectors of the late eighteenth century by supplying a wide range of luxury products based on his refined and innovative designs. His work can be found in major museums including the Wallace Collection and the Louvre.

A gilt bronze pair of similar form by Rémond were sold at Koller, 8 December 2011, lot 1067.

A pair after the model by Rémond sold at Christie’s, 30 September 2015, lot 224.