A set of three early Victorian painted torchères or pedestals by Henry Hetherington, two circa 1845

the third probably of the same date, all later decorated white and a pair with later gilt decoration, one of which signed to the underside 'Henry Hetherington, 1845', traces of original simulated red porphyry or rouge griotte painted decoration on each

Almost certainly William Spencer Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire (1790-1858)

Each covered in a coat of cream egg shell and two with later gilding. One with removed sections of later paint showing red paint. Splits and cracks. A very interesting group which will be wonderful when restored. Top of each approximately 26cm by 25.5cm, although with subtle variations.
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