Lot 94
  • 94

A pair of French gilt-brass and cloisonné enamel five-light candelabra, circa 1890

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Gilt-brass, enamel
  • 46cm. high; 1ft. 6in.
in Louis XV style, the reverse of one engraved with a crest and the motto FESTINA LENTE, the other engraved A TOKEN OF / Gratitude / FROM / HEIGHTLEY / 1891

Condition

Overall in good condition. The central stem of one is loose, making the candelabra slightly lopsided.
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