A Set of Four Unusual George II Silver Candlesticks, James Shruder, London, 1741

Of Shruder, Arthur Grimwade writes "the character of his work, at its best, some of the finest rococo pieces, suggests a German origin and training to match his name (London Goldsmiths 1697-1837, p. 658). Christopher Hartop commented on his close connection with the "Lamerie group" of rococo silversmiths in London (Huguenot Legacy, p. 52) and he was a favorite of the Hartmans, who had three lots by him in their first collection, including a set of caddies, a pair of candelabra, and a snuffers and tray for the Earl of Warrington (ibid., nos. 80, 102, and 104).