Lot 231
  • 231

A set of four George II Britannia standard silver candlesticks, William Tuite, London, 1759

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on top of bases
  • silver
  • height 11 1/4 in.
  • 28.6 cm
the bases embossed and chased with alternating crests and shells above fruit swags, baluster stems chased with roses, shells and acanthus, detachable nozzles, weighted bases

Condition

minor dings throughout, one stick with rim of urn dented on one side- nozzle still fits, otherwise good
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