Venus and Cupid candlestick (one of a pair) 1760 - 1770

This pair of porcelain candlesticks, crafted by the Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory between 1760 and 1770, embodies the Rococo style with its delicate floral motifs and playful figures. Venus, the Roman goddess of love, is depicted with Cupid, her son, in a lush garden setting. The intricate details of the flowers and the elegant poses of the figures create a sense of grace and refinement. The candlestick's gilded base adds a touch of opulence, making it a prized possession of the 18th-century elite.