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W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd

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Specialists in 17th-18th and early 19th century fine english furniture, art, clocks and other objets d'art
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Pair of Early 18th. Century Brass Octagonal Base Candlesticks

Name: Pair of Early 18th. Century Brass Octagonal Base Candlesticks
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA456943
Price: 440 GBP
Availability: InStock

18th century

For Sale by W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd

Description

A good pair of early 18th. century Brass octagonal base candlesticks with turned bulbous columns to the holders.

Ca. 1730

H: 7.5”, 19 cms, W: 4.5”, 11.5 cms, D: 4.5”, 11.5 cms..

Date of Manufacture

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated these Antique Brass Octagonal Candlesticks to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

19cm (7.48")

Width

11cm (4.33")

Depth

11cm (4.33")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA456943

Dealers Internal Reference

10535

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We offer free delivery within the UK. For deliveries Worldwide, please contact us for a quote and we will get back to you within 12 hours.

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Any questions, please contact us as soon as possible. We will endeavour to get you an answer within 24 hours - and hopefully much quicker!

Description

A good pair of early 18th. century Brass octagonal base candlesticks with turned bulbous columns to the holders.

Ca. 1730

H: 7.5”, 19 cms, W: 4.5”, 11.5 cms, D: 4.5”, 11.5 cms..

Date of Manufacture

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated these Antique Brass Octagonal Candlesticks to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

19cm (7.48")

Width

11cm (4.33")

Depth

11cm (4.33")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA456943

Dealers Internal Ref

10535

About the Dealer

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd

Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

Specialists in 17th-18th and early 19th century fine english furniture, art, clocks and other objets d'art

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W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA

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W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd

Telephone 01993 706501

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86 Corn Street
Witney
Oxfordshire
OX28 6BU
United Kingdom

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ObjectCandlesticks
Period18th century
StyleQueen Anne
MaterialBrass
ColourWarm Gold
MotifsOctagonal base, Baluster stem, Knopped column, Stepped moulding
SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 11 cm (4 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

This pair of early eighteenth-century Georgian Queen Anne brass candlesticks displays a warm gold colour and a polished metallic finish. Each candlestick exhibits a turned baluster stem with knopped columns and a stepped octagonal base featuring sharp angular mouldings. Subtle surface variations and gentle tarnish show authentic age. Standing 19 cm high, 11 cm wide, and 11 cm deep, these sturdy pieces are proportioned for practical daily use. Such traditional items suit placement on a mantelpiece in a living room, dining room, or study, adding period character to an interior. They function effectively as decorative objects or traditional lighting accents on a side table or mantel shelf, fitting comfortably into an English Country House interior scheme.

FAQs

Early 18th-century brass candlesticks are typically cast in two or more sections, featuring baluster or knopped stems set upon faceted, octagonal, or stepped bases.

Most pieces from this era were cast in brass using sand moulds, often formed in hollow vertical halves or separate stem and base sections joined by brazing or threaded pins.

Genuine examples exhibit hand-finished lathe turnings, irregular internal casting seams, substantial weight, and characteristic hand-tool marks around the underside of the base.

Position a pair on a dining table, mantelpiece, or sideboard to introduce warm metallic tones and structural interest within traditional or contemporary decorative schemes.

Dust regularly with a soft cloth and avoid harsh liquid chemical dips; apply a mild metal polish sparingly to preserve natural surface patination.