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LOT 73

Lot 73

Pair of Georgian and Later Silver Two-Light Candelabra, the bases possibly Louis Herne, London, 18th century

Pair of Georgian and Later Silver Two-Light Candelabra, the bases possibly Louis Herne, London, 18th century
Lot 73 Details
Pair of Georgian and Later Silver Two-Light Candelabra, the bases possibly Louis Herne, London, 18th century

approx. height 17.7 in — 45 cm
84.3 oz. — 2621 grams (weighable)
later branch sections by Hancocks & Co., 1925

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $4,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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CONDITION DETAILS

Dents, bends and repairs to bases, which are reinforced with plates and filled/weighted; some small splits around the edges and feet; one stands very slightly askew; the branch sections are substantially in good condition; the candlestick bases are apparently marked only on the socket rims each with a lion passant and on one of the nozzle flanges with lion passant and script LH in rectangle (Grimwade 3719); the branch sections fully marked for Hancocks & Co. on both central flanges and all nozzle flanges; the bases are enclosed and weighted; the weight shown is of the branch sections only

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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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