A seven-light candelabra, signed Clarke, "Cricklite" model, Victorian, circa 1880
Estimate:
1,500 - 2,500 EUR
A seven-light candelabra, signed Clarke, "Cricklite" model, Victorian, circa 1880
cut glass and gilt brass, with seven photophores, the posterior shades in pink silk and glass beads, with the inscription "Cricklite"; sold with four boxes of candles
Height 31 1/2 in; diam 24¼in
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Candélabre à sept lumières, signé Clarke, modèle "Cricklite", Angleterre, vers 1880
en verre taillé et laiton doré, sept photophores, les abat-jours postérieurs en soie rose et perles de verre, portant l'inscription "Cricklite"; on y joint quatre boîtes de bougies
Haut. 85 cm, diam. 62 cm
The illustrations are accurate. Good overall condition despite the inevitable minor dents and scratches due to age and use. A glass element is lacking in one arm of light. A few minor tears on the silk lamp shades. No electrical fitting. The lamp shades are possibly later.
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