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Decorative Arts & Design

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June 12, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 129

Lot 129

Matched Pair of George II/III Silver Table Candlesticks, John Cafe and William Fountain, London 1747/1804

Matched Pair of George II/III Silver Table Candlesticks, John Cafe and William Fountain, London 1747/1804
Lot 129 Details
Matched Pair of George II/III Silver Table Candlesticks, John Cafe and William Fountain, London 1747/1804

engraved with armorials
height 8.1 in — 20.7 cm
34.1 oz. — 1062 grams

Estimate $1,200-$1,800

Realised: $4,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Matched Pair of George II/III Silver Table Candlesticks, John Cafe and William Fountain, London 1747/1804
  • Matched Pair of George II/III Silver Table Candlesticks, John Cafe and William Fountain, London 1747/1804
Provenance:

J.H. Bourdon-Smith, London
Private Collection, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with crests on the nozzles and armorials on the bases; in good condition; well marked under the bases and on the later nozzle

LOT 129
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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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