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Pair of George III Brass Petal Base Candlesticks
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Pair of George III Brass Petal Base Candlesticks

18th century
Sold 27 December 2024 · Sturmans Antiques
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A matching pair of George III period cast brass petal base candlesticks in superb condition c.1800. The cast petal design bases with inverted sections to the petal edges, the bases rising to meet the cast brass decorative columns with petal shaped drip rims to the sconces. Candle pushers to the underside of the bases. Heavy quality and presented in immaculate condition with a deep shine. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Each measures 4.5" wide x 4.5" deep at the bases x 8.5" high.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £14.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
21.5cm (8.46")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated these Georgian Brass Candlesticks to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1115392
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Stock number 40467
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A matching pair of George III period cast brass petal base candlesticks in superb condition c.1800.
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The cast petal design bases with inverted sections to the petal edges, the bases rising to meet the cast brass decorative columns with petal shaped drip rims to the sconces.
Sturmans Antiques

Candle pushers to the underside of the bases. Heavy quality and presented in immaculate condition with a deep shine. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Each measures 4.5" wide x 4.5" deep at the bases x 8.5" high.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £14.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
21.5cm (8.46")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated these Georgian Brass Candlesticks to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1115392
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 40467
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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A pair of polished brass candlesticks featuring turned stems and multi-lobed petal bases.
Pair of George III Brass Petal Base Candlesticks
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A pair of polished brass candlesticks featuring turned stems and multi-lobed petal bases.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourPolished Brass
  • MotifsPetal base, Turned stem, Scyma-moulded drip pan
  • SizeH 21.5 cm (8 in) x W 11.5 cm (5 in) x D 11.5 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Georgian brass candlesticks, produced during the reigns of George I through George IV (17141830), typically feature classical proportions, cast construction methods, and distinct base shapes such as petal, square, or shaped lobes influenced by Palladian and neoclassical design movements.

These items were traditionally produced using yellow brass, an alloy of copper and zinc, formed through sand casting or lost-wax casting methods in multiple sections and subsequently joined, turned on a lathe for smoothing, and hand-finished.

Authentication involves examining construction marks such as casting seams, base weight, patination, and wear patterns. Period pieces often show evidence of being cast in two or more hollow sections, possess a heavier physical weight due to high copper content, and display natural micro-scratches rather than uniform modern machine finishing.

They can be integrated by placing them on mantelpieces, dining tables, or sideboards to introduce warm metallic tones, contrasting effectively against contemporary neutral surfaces or pairing harmoniously with both minimalist and traditional design schemes.

Preservation requires dusting with a soft, dry cloth. Harsh chemical polishes should be avoided to protect the historical patination and surface oxidisation built up over centuries.
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