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Unusual Regency Dolphin Candlestick
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Unusual Regency Dolphin Candlestick

19th century
Sold 11 January 2025 · Carse Antiques
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Description

Unusual high quality heavy cast brass Regency period "Dolphin" candlestick. Square type shape with a stylised Dolphin stem. Really nice example, shame there is only one of them.

PRICE INCLUDES UK POSTAGE COSTS

SIZE; 4 1/2" square base. 9" high

CIRCA; 1810

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this Regency Brass Candlestick to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1117710
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Description
Unusual high quality heavy cast brass Regency period "Dolphin" candlestick. Square type shape with a stylised Dolphin stem. Really nice example, shame there is only one of them.

PRICE INCLUDES UK POSTAGE COSTS

SIZE; 4 1/2" square base. 9" high

CIRCA; 1810

Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this Regency Brass Candlestick to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1117710
Carse Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specialists in georgian and earlier furniture

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Perthshire
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An antique brass Regency candlestick featuring a sculpted dolphin stem rising from a square base with detailed relief ornamentation.
Unusual Regency Dolphin Candlestick
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An antique brass Regency candlestick featuring a sculpted dolphin stem rising from a square base with detailed relief ornamentation.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsDolphin stem, Relief scrollwork, Square base
  • SizeH 23 cm (9 in) x W 11.5 cm (5 in) x D 11.5 cm (5 in)

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Regency style spans the early 19th century and is characterised by classical motifs inspired by ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt, frequently featuring marine elements like dolphins, serpents, and mythological creatures.

These items were predominantly crafted from brass or bronze using sand-casting or lost-wax techniques, often assembled from multiple cast components and finished with hand-chased detailing.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural ageing, such as minor surface wear, subtle verdigris in recesses, and tool marks from hand-finishing, whereas modern reproductions often display uniform surfaces and machine-cast seams.

They provide metallic contrast and historical texture when placed on mantelpieces, sideboards, or open shelving, pairing well with both minimalist modern aesthetics and maximalist schemes.

Preserve the patination by dusting with a soft, dry cloth; avoid abrasive metal polishes that strip historical surface oxidisation and diminish collector value.
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