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Impressive Pair of Heraldic Candlesticks
The Fine Art Fund
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Impressive Pair of Heraldic Candlesticks

1900 - 1920
Description

Pair of finely drawn and impressively well cast Heraldic candlesticks in the form of the lion and unicorn.

Ormulu or brass circa 1920.

23cm high

10cm wide at base

TF057

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

The Fine Art Fund has dated these Heraldic Brass Candlesticks to the 1920s.

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SA1059567
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TF057
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Description
Pair of finely drawn and impressively well cast Heraldic candlesticks in the form of the lion and unicorn.

Ormulu or brass circa 1920.

23cm high

10cm wide at base

TF057

Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

The Fine Art Fund has dated these Heraldic Brass Candlesticks to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1059567
Dealers Internal Ref
TF057
The Fine Art Fund
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2024

We source top quality georgian and regency fine furniture made in the united kingdom by the best cabinet makers of the time.

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A pair of cast brass candlesticks featuring sculpted heraldic figures of a crowned lion and a unicorn supporting castle turret candle sockets on scrolled bases.
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Archive I A pair of cast brass candlesticks featuring sculpted heraldic figures of a crowned lion and a unicorn supporting castle turret candle sockets on scrolled bases.

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A pair of cast brass candlesticks featuring sculpted heraldic figures of a crowned lion and a unicorn supporting castle turret candle sockets on scrolled bases.
Impressive Pair of Heraldic Candlesticks
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A pair of cast brass candlesticks featuring sculpted heraldic figures of a crowned lion and a unicorn supporting castle turret candle sockets on scrolled bases.
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Heraldic Victorian brassware incorporates decorative motifs derived from coats of arms, chivalric emblems, and royal supporters such as lions and unicorns. Emerging during the 19th-century Gothic Revival, this style celebrated historic British craftsmanship through detailed casting and sculptural forms.

Traditional heraldic candlesticks are typically crafted from solid cast brass, bronze, or copper alloy. These metals allowed foundry artisans to achieve crisp definition in intricate figurative designs while offering durability and heat resistance.

Authentic Victorian examples often feature hand-chased surface details, visible seam lines from two-part sand casting, and threaded or pinned component assemblies. Age-appropriate surface oxidation in recesses and unpolished areas also helps verify period construction.

Pair heraldic candlesticks with minimal, clean-lined backdrops such as dark painted mantelpieces or natural stone consoles to emphasize their sculptural silhouettes. Standard wax taper candles in crisp white or deep neutral shades complete the arrangement.

Remove accumulated wax by soaking affected areas in hot water until the wax softens. Clean the brass with a soft microfibre cloth and a mild soapy water solution, avoiding harsh abrasive polishes that can strip natural patination from recessed details.
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