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Description

A beautiful pair of brass candlesticks. Dating to the 18th Century and with elegant octagonal bases. Both unscrew from the base and are faintly seamed.

Overall in very good condition with slight surface wear due to age and use.

Total weight approx 905g.

Height approx 24cm

Base measures approx 12cm x 11.5cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated these Antique Brass Candlesticks to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

24cm (9.45")

Width

12cm (4.72")

Depth

11.5cm (4.53")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1027043

Dealers Notes

All UK Mainland Postage is included in the price of the item. Parcels under 2kg will be sent by Royal Mail Special Delivery and over 2kg by Parcelforce 48.

Please enquire for overseas postage prices.

Description

A beautiful pair of brass candlesticks. Dating to the 18th Century and with elegant octagonal bases. Both unscrew from the base and are faintly seamed.

Overall in very good condition with slight surface wear due to age and use.

Total weight approx 905g.

Height approx 24cm

Base measures approx 12cm x 11.5cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated these Antique Brass Candlesticks to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

24cm (9.45")

Width

12cm (4.72")

Depth

11.5cm (4.53")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1027043

About the Dealer

David Pickett Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2020

Specialists in old sheffield plate

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A matched pair of antique brass candlesticks featuring stepped octagonal bases, knopped stems, and sconces with candle retainers against a neutral background.

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectCandlesticks
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialBrass
ColourPolished Brass
MotifsOctagonal stepped base, Knopped stem, Drip pan, Socket collar
SizeH 24 cm (9 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 11.5 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Georgian brass candlesticks were primarily produced in England during the 18th century, transitioning from cast brass techniques to sophisticated multi-part construction as domestic lighting became more widespread in middle and upper-class homes.

These items were typically cast in brass using sand-casting or lost-wax methods, often in separate components such as the base, stem, and socket, which were then joined or screwed together.

Authentic period pieces exhibit characteristic weight, casting flaws, file marks from finishing, and a natural patination developed over centuries, along with specific construction features like soldered or threaded joints rather than modern machining.

They can be displayed on a mantelpiece, dining table centre, or sideboard to introduce metallic warmth and historic contrast to contemporary minimalist or transitional spaces.

Maintain the metal by dusting gently with a soft cloth and avoiding aggressive chemical polishes that strip the historic patina, preserving the natural oxidisation earned over time.