Pair of Decorative Late C19th Gilded Brass Candlelamps Modelled as ‘Basket-guard’ Cavalry Dress Swords .

Pair of decorative late C19th gilded brass candlelamps modelled as ‘basket-guard’ cavalry dress swords .

Mounted upon tripod supports cast in the form of cavalry spurs , the inverted wire-bound black shagreen grips with an intricately cast basket-guard and hilt . The guard cast with the regimental or royal cypher of intertwined “VR” for Victoria Regina ( Queen Victoria ) . The blade bearing a patent design registration number .

Designed and manufactured by Benham & Froud of Chandos St., London (1855-1924) .

The truncated blades of the sabres mounted with an adjustable light-fitting and topped with parchment shades .

In need of rewiring which can be completed to client’s specifications (inclusive ).

H (full) 20”

H ( lampbase) 12”

W 8”

D 8”

England c.1880

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