*A pair of late 19th century French lapis lazuli and ormolu mounted candlesticks by Maison Millet

*A pair of late 19th century French lapis lazuli and ormolu mounted candlesticks by Maison Millet, with rams' head monopodia triform supports with an urn issuing fruit and flowers, with detachable nozzles, stamped 'MILLE'T, 7in (18cm) h. (2) Repairs to one base and one urn. Established by T. Millet in 1853, the Maison Millet operated until 1902 from premises at 11, rue Jacques-Coeur, Paris, before relocating to 23, boulevard Beaumarchais. Specialising in 'meubles et bronzes d'art, genre ancien et moderne'. Maison Millet was awarded medals at many of the late 19th century Universal Exhibitions. An auction of the firm's inventory was held in 1906 and they finally ceased trading in 1918. Sold on behalf of AXA Art Insurance Services Ltd.