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Pair of Antique English Georgian "Harrison Patent" Telescopic Brass Candlesticks
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Pair of Antique English Georgian "Harrison Patent" Telescopic Brass Candlesticks

19th century
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An attractive Pair of Early 19th Century Antique English Georgian Telescopic Brass Candlesticks of documentary interest, the one being stamped HARRISON PATENT. William Harrison and Son, Brassfounders, are listed in The New Triennial Directory for Birmingham of 1818 as being in business in Park Street of that city. Very few antique candlesticks bear a Maker's Mark, the late Ronald Michaelis, in his authoritative work, " Old Domestic Base Metal Candlesticks", suggesting perhaps only one in a thousand. This lovely old pair, each of which retains it's internal push-ejector rod and button, simply ooze period charm, glowing with that deep patina only to be achieved by decades of hand polishing and thus remain perfectly practical for everyday use.

Height when closed ~ 18.00 cm. / 7.09 inches ~ Height when open ~ 22.00 cm. / 8.66 inches ~ Width ~ 12.25 cm. / 4.82 inches ~ Depth ~ 9.00 cm. / 3.54 inches ~ Year ~ c. 1820

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Date of Manufacture

Applecross Antiques has dated these Georgian Brass Telescopic Candlesticks to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 08815955
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 195-220 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Harrison Patent stamped on the base rim: Birmingham patent work from around 1815.
Rough sand-cast texture under each base: standard early casting practice.
Oxidised iron rods inside the columns: original internal ejector parts.
Turned concentric rings on oval bases: early Regency styling.

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
18cm (7.09")
Width
12.2cm (4.80")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1116565
Dealers Internal Reference
POAEGTBCWH-08
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Description
An attractive Pair of Early 19th Century Antique English Georgian Telescopic Brass Candlesticks of documentary interest, the one being stamped HARRISON PATENT.
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William Harrison and Son, Brassfounders, are listed in The New Triennial Directory for Birmingham of 1818 as being in business in Park Street of that city.
Applecross Antiques

Very few antique candlesticks bear a Maker's Mark, the late Ronald Michaelis, in his authoritative work, " Old Domestic Base Metal Candlesticks", suggesting perhaps only one in a thousand. This lovely old pair, each of which retains it's internal push-ejector rod and button, simply ooze period charm, glowing with that deep patina only to be achieved by decades of hand polishing and thus remain perfectly practical for everyday use.

fig 1. A pair of polished Georgian telescopic brass candlesticks featuring adjustable stems and stepped circular bases stamped with Harrison Patent details.
fig 1. Pair of Antique English Georgian "Harrison Patent" Telescopic Brass Candlesticks

Height when closed ~ 18.00 cm. / 7.09 inches ~ Height when open ~ 22.00 cm. / 8.66 inches ~ Width ~ 12.25 cm. / 4.82 inches ~ Depth ~ 9.00 cm. / 3.54 inches ~ Year ~ c. 1820

Love This Item ? ~ Why Not Make Us An Offer ?

fig 2. A pair of polished Georgian telescopic brass candlesticks featuring adjustable stems and stepped circular bases stamped with Harrison Patent details.
fig 2. Pair of Antique English Georgian "Harrison Patent" Telescopic Brass Candlesticks

Our Warranty:- Buy it, enjoy it and take good care of it, subject only to these conditions, we undertake to accept this item back at any time and to credit the original purchase price against further purchases.

Just one of the thousands of warranted antiques ~ vintage collectables ~ catalogues and antiques reference works for sale at our main website ~ https://www.applecrossantiques.com

Date of Manufacture

Applecross Antiques has dated these Georgian Brass Telescopic Candlesticks to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 08815955
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 195-220 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Harrison Patent stamped on the base rim: Birmingham patent work from around 1815.
Rough sand-cast texture under each base: standard early casting practice.
Oxidised iron rods inside the columns: original internal ejector parts.
Turned concentric rings on oval bases: early Regency styling.

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
18cm (7.09")
Width
12.2cm (4.80")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1116565
Dealers Internal Ref
POAEGTBCWH-08
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A pair of polished Georgian telescopic brass candlesticks featuring adjustable stems and stepped circular bases stamped with Harrison Patent details.
Pair of Antique English Georgian "Harrison Patent" Telescopic Brass Candlesticks
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  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsTelescopic stem, Stepped circular base, Moulded sconce, Patented friction mechanism
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 12.2 cm (5 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

This pair of antique English Georgian telescopic brass candlesticks dates from the 19th century and exemplifies the Georgian style in polished gold brass. Each candlestick features an adjustable telescopic stem, a stepped circular base stamped with Harrison Patent details, a moulded sconce, and internal push-ejector rods with buttons. The polished surface displays reflections of domestic surroundings and minor signs of age from decades of hand polishing. The dimensions are 18 cm high, 12.2 cm wide, and 9 cm deep. These candlesticks are suited for display and everyday use on a mantelpiece or a dining table in a traditional interior. The design incorporates a patented friction mechanism for adjustable height, offering both documentary interest and practical functionality. The solid metal construction and warm metallic glow complement period-inspired home decor settings.

Telescopic brass candlesticks feature an adjustable stem mechanism, popularised in the Georgian and Regency eras, allowing the height of the light source to be raised or lowered to suit functional requirements.

Georgian brass candlesticks were typically cast in copper alloy sections, turned on a lathe, and assembled with internal friction-fit telescopic inserts or push-up mechanisms.

Authentic examples often feature stamped maker marks or patent inscriptions around the outer rim of the circular base, accompanied by heavy cast brass construction and turned banding.

Displaying a pair on a dining table centre, mantelpiece, or minimalist sideboard introduces warm metallic tones and historical texture to contemporary or transitional schemes.

To maintain the surface finish without removing historical patina, dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and polish sparingly with a non-abrasive metal cleaner or microcrystalline wax.
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