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19thc Torquay Ware Candlestick
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19thc Torquay Ware Candlestick

19th century
For Sale by Repton Co
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A late 19thC red clay candlestick with hand painted decoration. Possibly Pratt ware or Torquay ware. H 20cm W 11.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Repton Co has dated this Torquay Ware Ceramic Candlestick to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
1.2cm (0.47")
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SA1074891
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SKU00000376
Description
A late 19thC red clay candlestick with hand painted decoration. Possibly Pratt ware or Torquay ware. H 20cm W 11.5cm
Date of Manufacture

Repton Co has dated this Torquay Ware Ceramic Candlestick to the 19th Century.

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
1.2cm (0.47")
Reference Numbers
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SA1074891
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000376
Repton Co
Repton Co
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022
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A terracotta brown ceramic candlestick featuring geometric slipware bands around the stem and base, holding an upright white candle.
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Archive I A terracotta brown ceramic candlestick featuring geometric slipware bands around the stem and base, holding an upright white candle.

19thc Torquay Ware Candlestick

Archive II A terracotta brown ceramic candlestick featuring geometric slipware bands around the stem and base, holding an upright white candle. View II
Archive III A terracotta brown ceramic candlestick featuring geometric slipware bands around the stem and base, holding an upright white candle. View III
Archive IV A terracotta brown ceramic candlestick featuring geometric slipware bands around the stem and base, holding an upright white candle. View IV
Archive V A terracotta brown ceramic candlestick featuring geometric slipware bands around the stem and base, holding an upright white candle. View V
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Repton Co

Repton Co
Telephone 07493 120423
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Kent
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/reptonco
Verified Since Feb 2022
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Repton Co
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A terracotta brown ceramic candlestick featuring geometric slipware bands around the stem and base, holding an upright white candle.
19thC Torquay Ware Candlestick
Ref: SA1074891
A terracotta brown ceramic candlestick featuring geometric slipware bands around the stem and base, holding an upright white candle.
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  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialTerracotta, Earthenware, Glaze
  • ColourTerracotta Brown
  • MotifsSlipware bands, Turned circular base, Geometric dotted trim, Flared sconce
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 1.2 cm (0 in)

This 19th-century Victorian earthenware candlestick displays a terracotta brown finish with hand-painted slipware bands in cream and dark tones. The turned circular base and cylindrical stem incorporate geometric dotted trim and a flared sconce at the top, presenting a traditional English Country House aesthetic. Subtle variations in the applied clay ornamentation indicate its hand-crafted origins, while the matte ceramic body exhibits characteristic earthen textures along the turned profiles. Standing at 2 cm high and 1.2 cm wide, the piece provides a compact profile suited for display on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or side table. In a contemporary interior, this earthenware accessory brings traditional Victorian character to a living room, dining area, or study, pairing well with natural wood surfaces and neutral colour palettes.

FAQs

Torquay ware refers to earthenware ceramics produced in Torquay and the Devon region from the late nineteenth century onwards, utilizing local red clay and distinctive slip decorations.

These items were crafted using local Devon terracotta earthenware clay, shaped on a wheel, and finished with slipware detailing or coloured enamel glazes.

Authentic period pieces feature a red or terracotta earthenware body, wheel-thrown turning marks, hand-applied geometric slip patterns, and often maker marks impressed into the base.

Place the candlestick on a fireplace mantelpiece, console table, or sideboard alongside natural wood surfaces and neutral linen textures to complement its warm tones.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft brush or soft cloth. Avoid soaking in water or using abrasive chemical cleaners to preserve the painted slipware surface.
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