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Pair of Antique Mantlepiece Candlesticks, English, Silver Plate, Victorian, 1900
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Pair of Antique Mantlepiece Candlesticks, English, Silver Plate, Victorian, 1900

19th century
Description

This is a pair of antique mantlepiece candlesticks. An English, silver plate and statuary marble candle stand, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Wonderful material choice accentuate this appealing pair of candlesticks

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Silver plate presents bright tonality and Corinthian order decoration

Striking statuary marble to the shaft, with milky white hues

Each hosting a 23mm (1'') candle nozzle set within a quarterfoil mount

Dressed to the base with emerald green protective baize

This is a fine pair of antique mantlepiece candlesticks, with a delightful appearance in the Corinthian taste. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Max Depth: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Max Height: 22.5cm (8.75'')

Nozzle Diameter Width: 23mm (1'')

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Our Ref: 24772

Physical Dimensions
Height
22.5cm (8.86")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated these Victorian Silver Plated Candlesticks to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1099999
Dealers Internal Reference
24772
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Description
This is a pair of antique mantlepiece candlesticks.
An English, silver plate and statuary marble candle stand, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
London Fine Antiques

Wonderful material choice accentuate this appealing pair of candlesticks

fig 1. A pair of Victorian silver-plated column candlesticks featuring Corinthian capitals, cylindrical shafts, and ornate floral embossed square bases against a dark background.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Mantlepiece Candlesticks, English, Silver Plate, Victorian, 1900

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Silver plate presents bright tonality and Corinthian order decoration

Striking statuary marble to the shaft, with milky white hues

Each hosting a 23mm (1'') candle nozzle set within a quarterfoil mount

fig 2. A pair of Victorian silver-plated column candlesticks featuring Corinthian capitals, cylindrical shafts, and ornate floral embossed square bases against a dark background.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Mantlepiece Candlesticks, English, Silver Plate, Victorian, 1900

Dressed to the base with emerald green protective baize

This is a fine pair of antique mantlepiece candlesticks, with a delightful appearance in the Corinthian taste. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:

fig 3. A pair of Victorian silver-plated column candlesticks featuring Corinthian capitals, cylindrical shafts, and ornate floral embossed square bases against a dark background.
fig 3. Pair of Antique Mantlepiece Candlesticks, English, Silver Plate, Victorian, 1900

Max Width: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Max Depth: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Max Height: 22.5cm (8.75'')

Nozzle Diameter Width: 23mm (1'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 4. A pair of Victorian silver-plated column candlesticks featuring Corinthian capitals, cylindrical shafts, and ornate floral embossed square bases against a dark background.
fig 4. Pair of Antique Mantlepiece Candlesticks, English, Silver Plate, Victorian, 1900

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24772

Height
22.5cm (8.86")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Victorian Silver Plated Candlesticks to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1099999
Dealers Internal Ref
24772
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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A pair of Victorian silver-plated column candlesticks featuring Corinthian capitals, cylindrical shafts, and ornate floral embossed square bases against a dark background.
Pair Of Antique Mantlepiece Candlesticks, English, Silver Plate, Victorian, 1900
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A pair of Victorian silver-plated column candlesticks featuring Corinthian capitals, cylindrical shafts, and ornate floral embossed square bases against a dark background.
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Victorian Neoclassical column candlesticks draw inspiration from ancient Greco-Roman architecture, prominently featuring shafts styled as classical pillars topped with Corinthian, Ionic, or Doric capitals. Popularised in the late nineteenth century, these pieces combine historical architectural elements with elaborate relief carving and weighted decorative bases.

These candlesticks were typically constructed from electroplated nickel silver (EPNS) or electroplated sheet copper, often filled with resin, pitch, or lead to provide stability. The central columns frequently featured turned marble, alabaster, or silver-plated brass, topped with detailed cast metal capitals.

Authenticity can be determined by checking for electroplate makers marks, such as EPNS or specific manufacturer stamps, usually stamped near the base edge. Additionally, authentic period pieces exhibit sharp casting details on the capitals, stepped square bases, and signs of age-appropriate copper or nickel bleeding where plating has thinned.

Classical column candlesticks work as symmetrical accents on a fireplace mantelpiece, dining table centrepiece, or console table. Pair them with neutral taper candles to highlight the contrast between metallic finishes and modern minimalist surfaces.

Silver-plated items should be gently dusted with a soft microfibre cloth and cleaned using non-abrasive silver polishes designed specifically for electroplated metals. Avoid immersing weighted bases in water, as moisture can damage internal plaster or resin fillings.
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