Lot 200
  • 200

A SET OF FOUR GEORGE II SILVER CANDLESTICKS, ATTRIBUTED TO PAUL DE LAMERIE, CIRCA 1740, HEIGHTENED AND MARKED BY HENRY HAYENS, LONDON, 1751 |

Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on bases, nozzles apparently unmarked, bases numbered and with scratch weights No. 1 / 25=12; No. 2 / 25=19 1/2; No. 3 / 25=16; No. 4 / 26=14
  • height 10 1/4 in.
  • 26 cm
the bases chased with flower sprays and pricked with scales, the sconces chased with shells and lion masks below detachable crested nozzles with floral rims

Provenance

Christie's New York, October 17, 1996, lot 332

Condition

nozzles with scratches on top and three with dents to insert rim, overall set in good condition
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

These interesting candlesticks are hallmarked 1751-2, the date of Lamerie’s death and the sale of his stock, molds and tools. It is possible that Hayens acquired directly or indirectly molds or indeed actual candlesticks. The quality and finish is consistent with Lamerie’s work of about 1740. Hayens has added a section below the sconce to raise the height in accordance with changing fashion, but the workmanship of the rest is fully that of Lamerie’s workshop. For a similar set by Lamerie, 1740, see the exhibition catalog, Paul de Lamerie at the Sign of the Golden Ball, Goldsmiths’ Hall, 1990, cat. no. 88, p. 134-5.