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LOT 288

Lot 288

Pair of George III Cut Glass Candelabra, London, c.1785

Pair of George III Cut Glass Candelabra, London, c.1785
Lot 288 Details
Pair of George III Cut Glass Candelabra, London, c.1785

attributed to William Parker, each domed canopy hung with pendant drops and with urn finial, supported by a triangular faceted central spire with pendant drop swags linked to two S-scroll candle branches with ovoid nozzles with large pendant drops, with further swags linked to a central raised serpentine branch with large patera and large pendant drop, the whole supported by hollow faceted 'lemon juicer' baluster on a square foot
28.5 x 20 in — 72.4 x 50.8 cm

Estimate $2,500-$3,500

Realised: $8,320
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Pair of George III Cut Glass Candelabra, London, c.1785
  • Pair of George III Cut Glass Candelabra, London, c.1785
Literature:

For a pair of three-light candelabra with identical finials and nozzles attributed to William Parker see Mortimer (2000), p.96, pl.42.

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition, with a few minor corner chips to bases

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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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