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Good Pair of George II Brass Candlesticks – Circa 1740
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Good Pair of George II Brass Candlesticks – Circa 1740

18th century
Sold 15 September 2025 · Kingsdown Antiques
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A Good Pair of George II Brass Candlesticks. One of the candlesticks has a small repair to its base (as shown in photographs for accuracy – not bad for something that is 285 years old!) – circa 1740.

Measurements:

Height: 6 5/8" (approx. 17cm)

Width: 4" (approx. 10cm)

Depth: 4" (approx. 10cm)

Total weight: 660g

In good condition – one of the candlesticks has a small repair to its base (as shown in photographs for accuracy).

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated these George II Brass Candlesticks to the 1750s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA1129754
Dealers Internal Reference
P51305
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A Good Pair of George II Brass Candlesticks.
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One of the candlesticks has a small repair to its base (as shown in photographs for accuracy – not bad for something that is 285 years old!) – circa 1740.
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fig 1. A matched pair of polished brass candlesticks featuring faceted octagonal bases and baluster stems.
fig 1. Good Pair of George II Brass Candlesticks – Circa 1740

Height: 6 5/8" (approx. 17cm)

Width: 4" (approx. 10cm)

Depth: 4" (approx. 10cm)

Total weight: 660g

In good condition – one of the candlesticks has a small repair to its base (as shown in photographs for accuracy).

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated these George II Brass Candlesticks to the 1750s.

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1129754
Dealers Internal Ref
P51305
Kingsdown Antiques
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A matched pair of polished brass candlesticks featuring faceted octagonal bases and baluster stems.
Good Pair of George II Brass Candlesticks – circa 1740
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A matched pair of polished brass candlesticks featuring faceted octagonal bases and baluster stems.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • Material[Brass]
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsOctagonal stepped base, Baluster stem, Everted socket rim
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

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The George II period, spanning from 1727 to 1760, is characterised by a transition from heavy baroque forms to lighter, more refined classical proportions influenced by Palladianism.

These items were typically cast in yellow brass using multi-part sand moulds or lost-wax techniques, often constructed in sections before being turned on a lathe and joined.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural surface wear, casting flaws, file marks from manual finishing, and a deep, undisturbed patination accumulated over centuries.

Pairing these metallic objects with contemporary minimalist furniture or placing them on a dark timber surface creates a striking contrast that highlights their historical craftsmanship.

Preservation involves dusting with a soft dry cloth and avoiding aggressive chemical polishes that strip away the valuable historical patina and oxidation.
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