Lot 20
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TWO PAIRS OF GEORGE II BRASS CANDLESTICKS, THIRD QUARTER 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description

  • brass
  • Height of tallest 9 1/2 in.
Each with shell-cast hexagonal base. Drip pans on the shorter pair probably later.

Condition

Very decorative. The both with wear from polish. The smaller pair with loss of detail from polish and solder to the join of each base and stem. Old marks and scratches throughout. Would benefit from a clean. Shorter Pair Height 8 3/4 in.
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