19th Century Anglo, Indian Engraved & Jeweled Bronze Cobra Candlestick

One the finest examples of late 19th century Anglo- Indian bronze cobra candlesticks, made for the British market. The quality of the craftsmanship of the casting, the sculpture is complete with an inset ( green-glass) ’emerald gemstone’

A substantial work, Realistically cast and modeled, the 11-inch standing coiled cobra raised on the 8-inch wide x 7-inch deep engraved bronze serpent tail (caudal) with open hood, with inset ’emerald gemstone’ (green glass) supporting a 3.5-Inch diameter finely engraved lotus motif bobeche, which holds a standard candle. This work is unmarked.

Overall measurements:
11-inches high
3.5 -inch diameter bobeche
8-Inches wide x 7 -inch deep base.