Pair of candlesticks 1751 - 1752

This pair of silver candlesticks, created by French silversmith Claude Roysard between 1751 and 1752, are now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City. The candlesticks are notable for their intricate, engraved designs, including floral motifs and geometric patterns. The octagonal bases and the detailed, tapering shafts contribute to the overall elegance of the piece. Roysard's work exemplifies the high standards of French silversmithing during the Rococo period.