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Pair of Antique Mappin Brothers Silver Plated Rococo Candlesticks – Circa 1870
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Pair of Antique Mappin Brothers Silver Plated Rococo Candlesticks – Circa 1870

19th century
Description

Splendid Pair of Antique Victorian Silver Plated Candlesticks featuring broad shaped bases richly decorated with raised floral sprays, scrolling foliage and shell-like ornament. The baluster-form stems continue the elaborate Rococo Revival decoration found across the bases.

Removable sconces sit within the upper candle sockets and repeat the surrounding floral and scroll motifs. Marked for the renowned makers ‘Mappin Brother’ – circa 1870.

Measurements:

Height: 5" (approx. 12.5cm)

Diameter of base: 4 1/2" (approx. 10.5cm)

Total weight: 1207g

In good condition – The silver plate shows only light surface wear consistent with age and gentle use.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated these Silver Plated Rococo Candlesticks to the 1870s.

Independent Date Check ID 09712074
Dealer's Item Date1870s
Sellingantiques Date1870s
Sellingantiques agingItem 130-160 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1870s:
Maker's mark in the socket: Mappin Brothers with Regent Street and Cheapside addresses.
Pattern number 1203 stamped below the sun mark: registered factory design.
Cast rococo scrollwork and flowers: crisp relief across the base and stem.
Detachable shaped sconces: original drop-in nozzles to catch candle wax.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
10.5cm (4.13")
Reference Numbers
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SA1244582
Dealers Internal Reference
KD53451
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Splendid Pair of Antique Victorian Silver Plated Candlesticks featuring broad shaped bases richly decorated with raised floral sprays, scrolling foliage and shell-like ornament. The baluster-form stems continue the elaborate Rococo Revival decoration found across the bases.
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Removable sconces sit within the upper candle sockets and repeat the surrounding floral and scroll motifs.
Kingsdown Antiques

Marked for the renowned makers ‘Mappin Brother’ – circa 1870.

fig 1. A pair of nineteenth-century silver-plated candlesticks featuring intricate Rococo relief motifs and scrolling acanthus foliage on wide circular bases.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Mappin Brothers Silver Plated Rococo Candlesticks – Circa 1870

Measurements:

Height: 5" (approx. 12.5cm)

Diameter of base: 4 1/2" (approx. 10.5cm)

Total weight: 1207g

In good condition – The silver plate shows only light surface wear consistent with age and gentle use.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated these Silver Plated Rococo Candlesticks to the 1870s.

Independent Date Report ID 09712074
Dealer's Item Date1870s
Sellingantiques dating1870s
Sellingantiques agingItem 130-160 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1870s:
Maker's mark in the socket: Mappin Brothers with Regent Street and Cheapside addresses.
Pattern number 1203 stamped below the sun mark: registered factory design.
Cast rococo scrollwork and flowers: crisp relief across the base and stem.
Detachable shaped sconces: original drop-in nozzles to catch candle wax.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
10.5cm (4.13")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244582
Dealers Internal Ref
KD53451
Kingsdown Antiques
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A pair of nineteenth-century silver-plated candlesticks featuring intricate Rococo relief motifs and scrolling acanthus foliage on wide circular bases.
Pair of Antique Mappin Brothers Silver Plated Rococo Candlesticks – circa 1870
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRococo Revival
  • MaterialSilver Plate, Electroplated Nickel Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsAcanthus leaf motifs, Rococo scrollwork, Shell relief decoration, Shaped baluster stem
  • SizeH 12.5 cm (5 in) x W 10.5 cm (4 in)

This pair of Victorian Rococo Revival candlesticks originates from 1870 and is made from electroplated nickel silver with a bright silver finish. The pieces display elaborate relief decoration including scrolling acanthus foliage, raised floral sprays, and shell-like ornament across the wide circular bases, shaped baluster stems, and removable upper sconces. The visual details include undulating moulded borders, asymmetrical handle-like scroll motifs, and recessed candle sockets set within floral rims. Each candlestick stands 12.5 cm high with a base width of 10.5 cm. These items are suitable for display on a mantelpiece, dining table, or sideboard in a traditional or French Chateau interior. They function practically for holding taper candles while adding a decorative period accent to a living room, dining room, or hallway.

FAQs

Rococo Revival emerged in the mid-nineteenth century, drawing inspiration from eighteenth-century French Louis XV designs. It features prominent organic forms, asymmetrical curves, scrolling acanthus leaves, and detailed shell motifs executed across cast and electroplated metalwork.

Victorian candlesticks were frequently produced using electroplated nickel silver (EPNS), Sheffield plate, or solid brass and sterling silver. The process allowed intricate cast relief details to be achieved over sturdy base metals before receiving a silver layer.

Authentic pieces often feature stamped makers marks, trade emblems, or electroplate hallmarks near the base or rim. Additional indicators include period-appropriate construction weight, natural wear patterns showing base metal on high points, and historic casting seams.

Ornate silver candlesticks function well as contrast accents on minimal dining tables, stone mantelpieces, or contemporary sideboards. Pairing heavily detailed historical metalwork with modern geometric ceramics or clean line furnishings balances decorative texture.

Clean silver-plated items using a non-abrasive silver polish applied with a soft microfibre cloth to prevent wearing through the plating. Avoid submerging weighted bases in water, and remove melted candle wax using warm water rather than sharp implements.
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