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Pair of 19th Century Scottish Mahogany & Brass Candlesticks
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Pair of 19th Century Scottish Mahogany & Brass Candlesticks

19th century
Sold 12 May 2025 · Anthony Short Antiques
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A Pair of Fine Quality 19th-Century Scottish Mahogany and Brass Candlesticks (Circa 1830)

This exquisite pair of 19th-century Scottish mahogany and brass candlesticks showcases exceptional craftsmanship in the 18th-century Georgian style. The design features charming foliate-cast brass nozzles atop elegant, fluted, turned mahogany shafts.

The shafts are further embellished with twisted carvings near the base, seamlessly blending sophistication with ornate detail. The candlesticks are supported by circular moulded bases, enhancing their classic appeal and ensuring stability.

Dating to circa 1830, these candlesticks are a testament to the enduring elegance of Georgian design and the skill of Scottish artisans. They would make a beautiful addition to any traditional or period-inspired interior, combining functionality with timeless charm.

Height 43cm (16.9in)

Diameter 15cm (5.9in)

Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated these Antique Mahogany Candlesticks to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
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SA1115657
Dealers Internal Reference
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A Pair of Fine Quality 19th-Century Scottish Mahogany and Brass Candlesticks (Circa 1830)
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This exquisite pair of 19th-century Scottish mahogany and brass candlesticks showcases exceptional craftsmanship in the 18th-century Georgian style.
Anthony Short Antiques

The design features charming foliate-cast brass nozzles atop elegant, fluted, turned mahogany shafts.

fig 1. A pair of 19th-century turned mahogany candlesticks featuring brass sconces and stepped circular bases.
fig 1. Pair of 19th Century Scottish Mahogany & Brass Candlesticks

The shafts are further embellished with twisted carvings near the base, seamlessly blending sophistication with ornate detail. The candlesticks are supported by circular moulded bases, enhancing their classic appeal and ensuring stability.

fig 2. A pair of 19th-century turned mahogany candlesticks featuring brass sconces and stepped circular bases.
fig 2. Pair of 19th Century Scottish Mahogany & Brass Candlesticks

Dating to circa 1830, these candlesticks are a testament to the enduring elegance of Georgian design and the skill of Scottish artisans. They would make a beautiful addition to any traditional or period-inspired interior, combining functionality with timeless charm.

Height 43cm (16.9in)

Diameter 15cm (5.9in)

Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated these Antique Mahogany Candlesticks to the 19th Century.

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1115657
Dealers Internal Ref
1164
Anthony Short Antiques
Anthony Short Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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Anthony Short Antiques

Anthony Short Antiques
Telephone 07595 60 33 48
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Market Square
Petworth
West Sussex
GU28 0AH
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/anthonyshort
Verified Since Jul 2020
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A pair of 19th-century turned mahogany candlesticks featuring brass sconces and stepped circular bases.
PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY SCOTTISH MAHOGANY & BRASS CANDLESTICKS
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A pair of 19th-century turned mahogany candlesticks featuring brass sconces and stepped circular bases.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTurned wood stem, Brass nozzle, Stepped circular base, Fluted detailing
  • SizeH 43 cm (17 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

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Before the advent of widespread electric lighting, portable lighting devices such as candlesticks were essential household items. Craftspeople often combined dense hardwoods like mahogany with polished brass for durability and visual contrast.

Maker workshops typically utilized durable native and imported hardwoods like mahogany, oak, or walnut, frequently incorporating cast brass sconces, drip pans, and weighted bases to ensure stability.

Authentic period pieces often exhibit hand-turned lathe marks, natural timber shrinkage, patination consistent with age, and construction methods characteristic of pre-industrial joinery.

These decorative objects work effectively when placed on mantelpieces, sideboards, or dining tables, adding vertical interest and historical texture to contemporary or traditional spaces.

Maintain the items by keeping them away from direct heat sources and sunlight. Apply microcrystalline wax periodically to the wood and gently dust the brass components without using abrasive chemical cleaners.
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