Lot 25
  • 25

A pair of continental silver candlesticks, with matching electroplated candelabra attachments, unmarked, probably Italian, circa 1900

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Silver, Glass, Electroplate
  • 48.9cm., 19 1/4 in.
the knopped baluster bodies embossed with acanthus, husk and guilloche decoration, the branches with scrolling acanthus leaf capped fluted arms supporting acanthus and fluted sconces, together with ten scalloped cut-glass drip-trays

Condition

Apparently unmarked, Assay scrape only to interior base of each candlestick. The candlesticks are in good order. One of the candelabra branches has been and is detached with signs of previous soldering visible at junction. Otherwise, light surface wear in accordance with age.
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