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A Late 19thc Pair of Brass and Copper Arts & Crafts / Aesthetic Movement Candlesticks, Designed by Dr Christopher Dresser
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A Late 19thc Pair of Brass and Copper Arts & Crafts / Aesthetic Movement Candlesticks, Designed by Dr Christopher Dresser

19th century
For Sale by Hough & Son
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A pair of large copper and brass candlesticks in the Arts & Crafts or Aesthetic taste. Designed by Christopher Dresser, circa 1890. Manufacture attributed to Benham and Froud, though they are apparently unmarked.

The candlesticks stand approx. 21cms and are in very good original condition with their original ebonised handles, and just the odd light dent to the copper (see photos).

Veritable late 19thC design classics!

Physical Dimensions
Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
10.5cm (4.13")
Declaration

Hough & Son has dated these Christopher Dresser Brass Candlesticks to the 1890s.

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SA1171935
Description
A pair of large copper and brass candlesticks in the Arts & Crafts or Aesthetic taste. Designed by Christopher Dresser, circa 1890. Manufacture attributed to Benham and Froud, though they are apparently unmarked.

The candlesticks stand approx.

“
21cms and are in very good original condition with their original ebonised handles, and just the odd light dent to the copper (see photos).
Hough & Son

Veritable late 19thC design classics!

Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
10.5cm (4.13")
Date of Manufacture

Hough & Son has dated these Christopher Dresser Brass Candlesticks to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1171935
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A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans.
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Archive I A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans.

A Late 19thc Pair of Brass and Copper Arts & Crafts / Aesthetic Movement Candlesticks, Designed by Dr Christopher Dresser

Archive II A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans. View II
Archive III A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans. View III
Archive IV A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans. View IV
Archive V A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans. View V
Archive VI A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans. View VI
Archive VII A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans. View IX
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A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans.
A late 19thC Pair of Brass and Copper Arts & Crafts / Aesthetic Movement Candlesticks, Designed by Dr Christopher Dresser
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A pair of late nineteenth-century Arts and Crafts candlesticks made from polished brass stems and turned dark wood handles, featuring copper domed bases and petal-form drip pans.
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  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArts & Crafts
  • MaterialBrass, Copper, Wood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPetal drip pan, Domed base, Knopped stem, Wooden handle
  • SizeH 21 cm (8 in) x W 10.5 cm (4 in)

This pair of late nineteenth-century candlesticks belongs to the Arts and Crafts and Aesthetic Movement styles, dating to around 1890 and originating from British design traditions. The construction combines polished brass and warm brown copper components alongside turned dark wood handles positioned vertically against the stems. Each piece incorporates a prominent domed base, knopped stems with raised circular mouldings, and petal-form drip pans surrounding the central brass candleholders. Physical signs of age include light dents across the copper surfaces, while overall condition remains very good and original without reliance on modern replacements. The dimensions measure 21 cm in height by 10.5 cm in width per candlestick. Such objects suit display within a gentleman's library or positioned upon a mantelpiece as decorative metalwork. Placement within contemporary domestic spaces allows the warm tones of the mixed metals and dark timber handles to complement traditional or transitional interior schemes. Daily usage works well for ornamental placement on flat surfaces, adding period character through organic floral motifs and structural geometric turning.

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Arts and Crafts Aesthetic Movement metalwork synthesises minimalist organic shapes, clean geometric proportions, and deliberate material contrast. Emerging in the late nineteenth century, this design philosophy rejected mass industrial production in favour of visible craftsmanship, functional forms, and Japanese design influences.

Pieces from this period frequently combined mixed metals, such as spun copper sconces and domed bases paired with cast brass knopped stems. Handles were often made from dark hardwoods, such as ebonised fruitwood or ebony, to allow heat isolation and tactile contrast.

Authentic pieces exhibit radical geometric simplicity, experimental industrial proportions, and functional features such as ergonomic handles or wide drip pans. Many examples feature stamped maker or foundry marks, such as Benham & Froud, Perry & Co, or Chubb & Sons, along with precise metal joining and period-appropriate patination.

Pairing mixed-metal candlesticks with natural timber sideboards, stone mantelpieces, or minimalist dining tables adds architectural interest. Arranging them as a symmetric pair provides balance to modern dark academia, traditional English, or curated eclectic spaces.

Dust metal surface areas with a soft dry microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical polishes that strip historical age patination. Wooden components should be kept clear of wax solvents and conditioned periodically with natural beeswax polish.
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