A pair of Charles II carved giltwood torchères, late 17th century

on later faux porphyry stands

Most probably purchased by Sir John Trevor, M.P. (circa 1637 – 1717) for Brynkinalt Hall, Denbighshire;
Thence by descent.

Overall in reasonable condition. Both torchere have been re-gilt and the tray tops are possibly later. The tope have some customary marks and scratches as to be expected. One putti has suffered a break to the arm which has subsequently been restored the same putti has a repair to the back of the head. Both have scattered losses to the gilding mainly about the arms. The other torchere with a missing swag from the gilt base. With old marks and scratches throughout commensurate with age and use.
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A very similar pair of candle stands to the present lot with shafts formed from cherubic figures that were supplied for Holyrood Palace are illustrated in R. Edwards, The Dictionary of English Furniture, 1954, rev. ed, vol. III, p.147, fig 6. The simulated porphyry bases on this pair of torcheres were probably added during Lady Dungannon's refurbishments of Brynkinalt in the early 19th century.