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Pair of 18thc Pewter Candle Sticks
Martin Murray Antiques
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Pair of 18thc Pewter Candle Sticks

18th century
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A good pair of pewter candlesticks with petal bases, lovely form and a fine warm patina. One stick has been repaired at some point in its long useful life

German circa 1710

Height 17 cm ( 6 3/4”)

width 11 cm (4 1/4”)

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Martin Murray Antiques has dated these 18th Century Pewter Candlesticks to the 18th Century.

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Description
A good pair of pewter candlesticks with petal bases, lovely form and a fine warm patina. One stick has been repaired at some point in its long useful life

German circa 1710

Height 17 cm ( 6 3/4”)

width 11 cm (4 1/4”)

Date of Manufacture

Martin Murray Antiques has dated these 18th Century Pewter Candlesticks to the 18th Century.

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SA1232722
Martin Murray Antiques
Martin Murray Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2024

Specialist in early furniture and works of art

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Archive I A pair of 18th-century pewter candlesticks featuring baluster stems and shaped scalloped bases.

Pair of 18thc Pewter Candle Sticks

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Martin Murray Antiques
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A pair of 18th-century pewter candlesticks featuring baluster stems and shaped scalloped bases.
Pair of 18thc pewter candle sticks
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A pair of 18th-century pewter candlesticks featuring baluster stems and shaped scalloped bases.
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During the 18th century, pewter candlesticks were a staple of domestic lighting across European households, serving as a durable and accessible alternative to expensive sterling silver. Cast in sectioned moulds, these pieces reflected prevailing architectural styles, moving from heavy Baroque profiles to refined Georgian baluster designs.

18th-century pewter is a metal alloy composed primarily of tin, combined with copper, lead, or antimony to add strength. Candlesticks were crafted by pouring molten pewter into bronze or iron moulds, after which individual components were soldered together, turned on a lathe, and hand-finished.

Authentic pieces typically feature soft, greyish patination, subtle casting seams, and evidence of hand-turning along the stem. Makers marks or touchmarks stamped into the rim or underside of the base provide structural proof of origin, alongside signs of historical wear consistent with hand usage.

Antiques made of pewter integrate well into modern arrangements by pairing their muted, matte finish with natural materials such as unvarnished timber, linen, and stone. Positioning a pair on a dining table or fireplace mantelpiece offers a understated textural accent that complements both minimalist and traditional schemes.

Preserve the original patina by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and washing gently with warm water and mild detergent if required. Avoid abrasive metal polishes, chemical cleaners, or scrubbing tools, as soft pewter surfaces scratch easily and harsh treatments strip away historical oxidisation.
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