Decorative Arts Auction

June 14, 2017

LOT 24

Lot 24

Set of Four George II Silver Table Candlesticks, William Gould, London, 1745

Set of Four George II Silver Table Candlesticks, William Gould, London, 1745
Lot 24 Details
Set of Four George II Silver Table Candlesticks, William Gould, London, 1745

each knopped stem supporting a cotton-reel socket with removable nozzle above a shaped square base, all moulded with rococo shells and scrolling leaves at the corners
height 9" — 22.8 cm.
100.2 oz. — 3116 grams

Estimate $5,000-$7,000

Realised: $8,500
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with a rampant lion crest on the bases; in good condition and good weight; all well marked under the bases and on the sockets (nozzles apparently not marked); engraved scratch weights 23=2, 22=4, 21=11 and 22=19-1/2 under the bases and 3=7-1/2, 3=1, 2=19 and 2=19 in the nozzle flanges

LOT 24
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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