A mid 18th century Italian altar candlestick in painted wood and subsequently wired for electricity, the urn shaped upper part with lobes and stiff leaves on a capstan over a triangular section waisted plinth base carved to one face with a flower, on outswept feet. Italian circa 1730.
Condition: excellent, the lamp is stable and has been rewired using braided flex (2m+) and new bulbholder and plug with a 3amp fuse.
Physical Dimensions
Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration
Chequers Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA900828
Description
A mid 18th century Italian altar candlestick in painted wood and subsequently wired for electricity, the urn shaped upper part with lobes and stiff leaves on a capstan over a triangular section waisted plinth base carved to one face with a flower, on outswept feet. Italian circa 1730.
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Condition: excellent, the lamp is stable and has been rewired using braided flex (2m+) and new bulbholder and plug with a 3amp fuse.
Chequers Antiques
Physical Dimensions
Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture
Chequers Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
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