Secessionist Orivit Four Flame Candelabrum c1900

Description

Heading : Orivit four flame secessionist candelabrum
Date : c1900
Period : Wilhelm II
Origin : Koln-Ehrenfeld. Germany
Decoration : Four hammered effect candleholders are supported by U-shaped arms.
Size :  Height 15.5cm. length 34 cm
Condition : Excellent. no dings
Restoration : None
Weight : 872 grams

Orivit are most famous for their metal which is of a higher quality than most pewter. They removed the lead. increased the antimony levels and included some silver. The effect was a metal that when polished resembles silver and does not tarnish