Antique Fraget Warsaw Silver Plate Candlesticks Pair Polish Judaica 3342 13"

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Description

A matching pair of tall, elaborate Polish Judaica Sabbath candlesticks featuring classical acanthus leaf molding, baluster stems with knopps, scalloped … Read more A matching pair of tall, elaborate Polish Judaica Sabbath candlesticks featuring classical acanthus leaf molding, baluster stems with knopps, scalloped collar rims, and square step-molded bases.

Origin & Maker Warsaw, Poland (Russian Empire period). Manufactured by the renowned Fraget factory (Józef Fraget).

Age & Period Circa 1896–1915. The manufacturer's mark features the oval stamp "FRAGET N WARSZAWIE" with the coat of arms of the Russian Empire (double-headed eagle), indicating production under Imperial Russian rule prior to WWI.

Material & Model Silver-plated brass/copper alloy. Model number stamped on base: 3342. Marked "GALW." (Galwanizowany / Electroplated). Stamped model numbers like 3342 are highly valued by Judaica collectors because they correspond directly to documented turn-of-the-century Fraget factory catalog patterns, confirming the pair was produced to matching design specifications rather than assembled from disparate parts.

Dimensions & Weight

Height: Approx. 13 inches

Base Width: Approx. 5.25 inches square

Total Combined Weight: 2 lbs 11.8 oz

Authenticity Assessment
These candlesticks display 100% authentic hallmark configurations for late 19th / early 20th-century Fraget Warsaw production. The undersides bear crisp, struck hallmarks including:

The oval "FRAGET N WARSZAWIE" mark surrounding the letter "N" (indicating normal plate thickness standard).

The Imperial Russian Double-Headed Eagle emblem, granted to Fraget as an official supplier to the Tsarist Court.

The rectangle stamp "GALW." (Galwanizacja / Electroplating process mark).

Model pattern serial number 3342.

Secondary small workshop or inspector punch marks near the rim.

The crisp deep relief, multi-section screwed assembly construction, and exact double-headed eagle Tsarist seal confirm these are genuine period Fraget pieces rather than modern recast reproductions.

Reference
Book Title: Warszawskie Srebra i Platery (Warsaw Silver and Silverplate)
Author: Michał Gradowski
Reference Note: Standard catalog reference for late 19th-century Fraget Warsaw factory oval hallmarks, Imperial court mark warrants, and model numbering systems (Model #3342).

Decorative Utility & Design Significance A striking architectural pair of late 19th-century Judaica, these Warsaw-built Fraget candlesticks bring remarkable sculptural height and historical depth to high-end interiors. The deliberate, honest patina—where rich brass undertones break through worn silvering—offers modern designers an authentic "found object" aesthetic perfect for modern rustic, classic Neoclassical, or eclectically curated mantelpieces and dining tablescapes.

Curator's Note
These 13-inch Fraget Warsaw candlesticks present a wonderful study in historic patina. Their grand scale, acanthus relief work, and exposed warm brass undertones make them exceptional decorative accents for layered tabletops or entry consoles needing genuine 19th-century character. See less