This is a magnificent high-quality large pair of antique English Edwardian silver plate on copper five-light candelabra, each bearing the maker''s mark of the renowned silversmith, Mappin & Webb, silversmith to Her Majesty the Queen and to His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales, Circa 1900 in date.
Each candelabra features an impressive tapering column with remarkable foliate capitals and a distinctive square shaped and stepped base that is further embellished with embossed decoration, this additional ornamentation to the base is highly desirable.
Each candelabra has four stunning decorative branches which feature truly splendid chased scroll design with stunning floral and foliate cast motifs throughout. All sconces are detachable and feature matching decoration to the borders. The central sconces are fitted with detachable flaming torch finials.
The attention to detail is absolutely fantastic and this high-value pair is certain to attract attention wherever placed.
Condition:
In excellent condition with clear makers marks and no dings, dents or signs of repair.
Please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 49 cm x Width 41 cm x Depth 41 cm
Dimensions in inches:
Height 1 foot, 7 inches x Width 1 foot, 4 inches x Depth 1 foot, 4 inches
Mappin & Webb
founded in 1774 by Jonathan Mappin, Mappin & Webb is one of the UK''s leading retailers of fine jewellery and silverware. Today, it is renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design to produce exquisite jewellery, elegant silverware, watches and glassware.
Jonathan Mappin opened his first small silversmith workshop in Sheffield in 1774 and the following year the Mappin mark was entered at the assay office. Over the next fifteen years Jonathan Mappin''s reputation for producing high quality silver spread throughout Sheffield. From these humble beginnings the business grew steadily and soon the next generation were expanding the business further
The first store was opened in London in 1849 at 17 Fore Street and was soon followed by stores in Moorgate and King William Street. In 1858, following rapid expansion of the Sheffield factory, John Newton Mappin invited his brother-in-law, George Webb to join him in the business. The first association of Mappin & Webb was forged.
Mappin & Webb is one of the UK''s leading retailers of fine jewellery and silverware. Today, it is renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design to produce exquisite jewellery, elegant silverware, watches and glassware.
Today Mappin & Webb is silversmith to Her Majesty the Queen and to His Royal Highness Prince of Wales.
Our reference: A4535
Internal Reference: A4535
Antique Number: SA1149703
Dateline of this antique is 1900
Height is 49cm (19.3inches)
Width is 41cm (16.1inches)
Depth is 41cm (16.1inches)
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