Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 33

Lot 33

Pair of George II Silver Table Candlesticks, William Gould, London, 1750

Pair of George II Silver Table Candlesticks,  William Gould, London, 1750
Lot 33 Details
Pair of George II Silver Table Candlesticks, William Gould, London, 1750

with knopped stems and cotton-reel sockets with removable nozzles on shaped square bases, all moulded with shells at the corners
height 8.3" — 21 cm.
34.8 oz. — 1083 grams

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $2,640
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Possible small repair at a shell tip on one nozzle; otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked under the bases, one also with maker’s mark and lion passant on the socket - nozzles apparently not marked

LOT 33
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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