Lot 388
  • 388

A pair of George III gilt-bronze twin branch wall lights circa 1810

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Gilt bronze and glass
  • each 40cm. high; 1ft. 3¾in.
each with knopped, spiral and acanthus leaf cast branches supporting a pair of glass bell shaped storm lanterns, lacking fixings and with losses

Condition

Ordered by William Cavendish, 5th Duke of Devonshire (1748-1811) Both in good condition but with wear to the gilding. The glass shades are also in good condition though there is wear to the collars.
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