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A Superb Pair of Victorian Full Height Corinthian Column Candlesticks
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A Superb Pair of Victorian Full Height Corinthian Column Candlesticks

19th century
Sold 3 February 2026 · Andrew Cox Antiques
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A fabulous pair of silver candlesticks dating from the end of the Victorian period, with connections to Newcastle. These excellent examples are of full height Corinthian column design, with acanthus leaf motifs in the Art Nouveau style. The columns are of attractive panelled design and are free from engraving. To the stepped and weighted bases is charming bead decoration, which is delightfully repeated to the sconces, which are removeable and also fully hallmarked.

Whilst being assayed at the London office the candlesticks are made by Reid & Sons, who's workshops were found in Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne.

Silver candlesticks are always in demand and these wonderful, rare examples are as practical as they are decorative. Dimensions below.

Postage and Packing :- £22.00 UK

£35.00 Europe

£45.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Very good, with no dents, splits or repairs. There are some small pin prick marks to both bases, along with some wear to the bead decoration on one of the bases. This is photographed for reference and commensurate with age and use.

Hallmarks :- Clear, matching and readable. Full marks to the sconces.

Date :- London 1900.

Maker :- Reid & Sons (Thomas Arthur Reid, Francis James Langford & Christian Leopold Reid) .

Height :- 26.2 cms.

Base dimensions :- 10.8 x 10.8 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated these Victorian Silver Candlesticks to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172522
Dealers Internal Reference
ACA2184
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A fabulous pair of silver candlesticks dating from the end of the Victorian period, with connections to Newcastle.
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These excellent examples are of full height Corinthian column design, with acanthus leaf motifs in the Art Nouveau style.
Andrew Cox Antiques

The columns are of attractive panelled design and are free from engraving. To the stepped and weighted bases is charming bead decoration, which is delightfully repeated to the sconces, which are removeable and also fully hallmarked.

fig 1. A matched pair of tall silver Corinthian column candlesticks featuring square stepped bases and detailed acanthus leaf capitals against a dark background.
fig 1. A Superb Pair of Victorian Full Height Corinthian Column Candlesticks

Whilst being assayed at the London office the candlesticks are made by Reid & Sons, who's workshops were found in Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne.

Silver candlesticks are always in demand and these wonderful, rare examples are as practical as they are decorative. Dimensions below.

fig 2. A matched pair of tall silver Corinthian column candlesticks featuring square stepped bases and detailed acanthus leaf capitals against a dark background.
fig 2. A Superb Pair of Victorian Full Height Corinthian Column Candlesticks

Postage and Packing :- £22.00 UK

£35.00 Europe

£45.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Very good, with no dents, splits or repairs. There are some small pin prick marks to both bases, along with some wear to the bead decoration on one of the bases. This is photographed for reference and commensurate with age and use.

fig 3. A matched pair of tall silver Corinthian column candlesticks featuring square stepped bases and detailed acanthus leaf capitals against a dark background.
fig 3. A Superb Pair of Victorian Full Height Corinthian Column Candlesticks

Hallmarks :- Clear, matching and readable. Full marks to the sconces.

Date :- London 1900.

Maker :- Reid & Sons (Thomas Arthur Reid, Francis James Langford & Christian Leopold Reid) .

Height :- 26.2 cms.

Base dimensions :- 10.8 x 10.8 cms.

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated these Victorian Silver Candlesticks to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1172522
Dealers Internal Ref
ACA2184
Andrew Cox Antiques
Andrew Cox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2016

Specialists in quality antique silver, glassware, jewellery and object de vertu

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A matched pair of tall silver Corinthian column candlesticks featuring square stepped bases and detailed acanthus leaf capitals against a dark background.
A superb pair of Victorian full height Corinthian column candlesticks
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  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialSilver, Silver plate
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsCorinthian capital, Acanthus leaves, Beaded edge, Square stepped base
  • SizeH 25 cm (10 in) x W 11 cm (4 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

Corinthian column candlesticks gained immense popularity during the 19th century revival movements, drawing direct architectural inspiration from classical Greek and Roman antiquities.

These items are typically constructed from sterling silver or silver plate over a weighted base, often featuring detailed cast capitals and fluted or faceted shafts.

Authenticity is usually verified through hallmarks indicating the assay office, silver standard, and makers mark, alongside traditional manufacturing techniques such as weighted loaded bases.

They can be used to anchor a dining table centrepiece or displayed on a mantelpiece to introduce a layer of metallic contrast and historical elegance to modern schemes.

Maintain silver items by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and using specialised silver polish sparingly to preserve the underlying metal and historical patination.
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