Lot 875
  • 875

MATCHED PAIR OF GERMAN BRASS PRICKET CANDLESTICKS, EARLY 17TH CENTURY

Estimate
5,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • copper alloy
  • Height of tallest 15 in.
Both stamped G*G to edge of base, possibly for Georg Grosskopf, master in 1591, or Georg Gscheid, master in 1597.

Provenance

Jonathan Trace, New York.

Condition

Light scratches, dents, and nicks consistent with use and age. One with a restored crack to area around join with base.
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Catalogue Note

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