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Pair of Derby Blanc De Chine Hard Paste Porcelain Candlesticks
The English Interior
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Pair of Derby Blanc De Chine Hard Paste Porcelain Candlesticks

19th century
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FINE PAIR OF DERBY BLANC DE CHINE HARD PASTE PORCELAIN CANDLESTICKS

A fine pair of mid 19th century Blanc-de-Chine candlesticks.

Each with a figural stem, both flower carriers by Stevenson and Hancock (1885-1886)

for Derby with maker's mark to base.

H.16.5cm each

Physical Dimensions
Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

The English Interior has dated these White Porcelain Figural Candlesticks to the 19th Century.

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SA1221607
Description
FINE PAIR OF DERBY BLANC DE CHINE HARD PASTE PORCELAIN CANDLESTICKS

A fine pair of mid 19th century Blanc-de-Chine candlesticks.

Each with a figural stem, both flower carriers by Stevenson and Hancock (1885-1886)

for Derby with maker's mark to base.

H.16.5cm each

Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

The English Interior has dated these White Porcelain Figural Candlesticks to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1221607
The English Interior
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A pair of white glazed porcelain candlesticks sculpted as a young boy and girl seated beneath palm-leaf candle nozzles on scrollwork bases.
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Archive I A pair of white glazed porcelain candlesticks sculpted as a young boy and girl seated beneath palm-leaf candle nozzles on scrollwork bases.

PAIR OF DERBY BLANC DE CHINE HARD PASTE PORCELAIN CANDLESTICKS

Archive II A pair of white glazed porcelain candlesticks sculpted as a young boy and girl seated beneath palm-leaf candle nozzles on scrollwork bases. View II
Archive III A pair of white glazed porcelain candlesticks sculpted as a young boy and girl seated beneath palm-leaf candle nozzles on scrollwork bases. View III
Archive IV A pair of white glazed porcelain candlesticks sculpted as a young boy and girl seated beneath palm-leaf candle nozzles on scrollwork bases. View IV
Archive V A pair of white glazed porcelain candlesticks sculpted as a young boy and girl seated beneath palm-leaf candle nozzles on scrollwork bases. View V
Archive VI A pair of white glazed porcelain candlesticks sculpted as a young boy and girl seated beneath palm-leaf candle nozzles on scrollwork bases. View VI
Archive VII A pair of white glazed porcelain candlesticks sculpted as a young boy and girl seated beneath palm-leaf candle nozzles on scrollwork bases. View VII
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Kirkgate
Tadcaster
North Yorkshire
LS24 9AD
United Kingdom

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The English Interior
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A pair of white glazed porcelain candlesticks sculpted as a young boy and girl seated beneath palm-leaf candle nozzles on scrollwork bases.
PAIR OF DERBY BLANC DE CHINE HARD PASTE PORCELAIN CANDLESTICKS
Ref: SA1221607
A pair of white glazed porcelain candlesticks sculpted as a young boy and girl seated beneath palm-leaf candle nozzles on scrollwork bases.
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Blanc de Chine refers to monochrome white porcelain produced without overglaze enamel decoration, highlighting the translucent ceramic body and sculptural detailing. English manufacturers like Derby produced these soft-paste and hard-paste variations during the eighteenth century, drawing stylistic influence from Chinese originals.

These items were slip-cast or hand-moulded from vitrified porcelain clay before applying a clear, lead-based glaze. Figures, foliage, and candle sconces were crafted as separate components and assembled by hand prior to high-temperature kiln firing.

Period porcelain often features firing minor inconsistencies, unglazed base rims, precise hand-tooling, and glaze pooling within carved details. Maker marks, such as incised numbers or painted crowns, may appear on the base, though many white glazed pieces remain unassigned.

Arranging a pair symmetrically on a dark wood sideboard or fireplace mantle creates visual contrast and balance. The monochrome white finish allows these sculptural pieces to integrate into classical, maximalist, or minimalist interior schemes.

Dust regularly using a soft, natural-bristle brush around delicate porcelain foliage and features. To remove wax residue, submerge the affected area briefly in lukewarm water without harsh chemical detergents or abrasive cloths.
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