Lot 338
  • 338

A large George III silver nine-light candelabrum, Robert Gainsford, Sheffield, 1817

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver
  • 87.5cm., 34 1/2 in. high
constructed in die-stamped sections of foliage and flowers, the loaded shaped square base on four paw supports and with engraved crest, four detachable branches with drip-pan/dish holders and screw-in sconces, a detachable upper section with four fixed branches and central screw-in light, five detachable nozzles, workman's mark PM incuse

Literature

Illustrated, John Goodall, ‘Regency Revival’, Country Life, London, 10 February 2010, p. 60

Condition

All detachable collections clearly marked. Excellent gauge. Good condition. Missing fixing nut to underside.
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