Antique Silver Corinthian Candlesticks 19th Century

Name: Pair of Silver Candlesticks, Birmingham 1886
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1239818
Price: 495 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectCandlesticks
Period19th century
StyleNeoclassical
MaterialSilver, Baize
ColourSilver
MotifsCorinthian capital, Foliate swags, Beaded base, Fluted column
SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

This nineteenth-century pair of silver candlesticks exhibits a Neoclassical style inspired by classical architecture. Each piece takes the form of a column standing upon a stepped, square base with a beaded rim. The polished silver finish catches the light, highlighting the intricate relief work of the trailing foliate swags wound around the central shaft and the detailed Corinthian capital at the top. Hallmarks are visible near the foot of each base, confirming the Birmingham origin from 1886 by maker Henry Matthews, while the underside features a baize lining. The items measure 18 cm high by 9 cm wide and 9 cm deep. In a contemporary home, these candlesticks suit placement on a mantelpiece, sideboard or dining table to provide ambient illumination. They function effectively as decorative objects in a traditional interior setting, bringing nineteenth-century metalwork into daily use. The polished silver surfaces require standard maintenance for precious metals to preserve their reflective sheen.

FAQs

Corinthian column candlesticks gained widespread popularity during the Neoclassical revival of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, drawing inspiration from classical Greek and Roman architecture. Silversmiths adapted the acanthus leaf motifs and architectural proportions to create formal table lighting.

These candlesticks are typically crafted from sterling silver or silver plate. The bases are often weighted with resin or pitch to provide structural stability when supporting long wax candles.

Authentic silver pieces feature struck hallmarks indicating the maker, city of origin, silver purity standard, and date letter. Additionally, period construction often displays hand-chased ornamentation and seam lines consistent with historical manufacturing techniques.

Silver candlesticks can be arranged as a symmetrical pair on a dining table, sideboard, or mantelpiece. They pair effectively with minimalist ceramic tableware or natural wood surfaces to balance contemporary and classical design elements.

Clean silver using a specialized silver polishing cloth or a soft cotton cloth with non-abrasive silver foam. Avoid immersing weighted bases in water, and remove accumulated candle wax by softening it with warm air from a hairdryer rather than scraping.

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