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Antique Early Metalware Lighting 18thc Petal-base Brass Single Candlestick. English C1740.
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Antique Early Metalware Lighting 18thc Petal-base Brass Single Candlestick. English C1740.

18th century
Sold 29 March 2026 · Mark Seabrook Antiques
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A rare form of mid 18thc petal-base brass candlestick...it stands on a raised base of unusual petal design and has two knops to the stem, which is seamed....the sconce is also an attractive petal design...the candlestick is in very good condition with no repairs .

English. C1740-50.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
11.4cm (4.49")
Depth
11.4cm (4.49")
Declaration

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Brass Petal Base Candlestick to the 18th Century.

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SA1203232
Dealers Internal Reference
MS 8434
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Description
A rare form of mid 18thc petal-base brass candlestick...it stands on a raised base of unusual petal design and has two knops to the stem, which is seamed....the sconce is also an attractive petal design...the candlestick is in very good condition with no repairs .

English. C1740-50.

Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
11.4cm (4.49")
Depth
11.4cm (4.49")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Brass Petal Base Candlestick to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1203232
Dealers Internal Ref
MS 8434
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

Specialising in 17/18thc oak & country furniture, antique treen, early metalware & english pottery.

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Archive I An antique 18th-century brass single candlestick featuring a lobed petal-base and a turned stem with a matching drip pan. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Early Metalware Lighting 18thc Petal-base Brass Single Candlestick. English C1740.

Archive II An antique 18th-century brass single candlestick featuring a lobed petal-base and a turned stem with a matching drip pan. View II
Archive III An antique 18th-century brass single candlestick featuring a lobed petal-base and a turned stem with a matching drip pan. View III
Archive IV An antique 18th-century brass single candlestick featuring a lobed petal-base and a turned stem with a matching drip pan. View IV
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An antique 18th-century brass single candlestick featuring a lobed petal-base and a turned stem with a matching drip pan.
Antique Early Metalware Lighting 18thc Petal-Base Brass Single Candlestick. English C1740.
Ref: SA1203232
An antique 18th-century brass single candlestick featuring a lobed petal-base and a turned stem with a matching drip pan.
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  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourPolished Brass
  • MotifsPetal base, Turned stem, Lobed foot, Socket sconce
  • SizeH 20.3 cm (8 in) x W 11.4 cm (4 in) x D 11.4 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Georgian brass lighting is characterised by classical proportions, turned stems, and heavy cast metal construction, often featuring distinctive bases such as lobed, petal, or square forms.

These pieces were typically made from yellow brass using sand-casting or multi-part construction methods, followed by lathe-turning to refine the profiles and create smooth finishes.

Authentic pieces display historical casting flaws, tool marks from lathe work, appropriate patination, and correct construction techniques such as threaded or pinned joints consistent with 18th-century workshop practices.

It can be styled on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table as a sculptural metal accent, pairing well with both contemporary minimalism and traditional interiors to add historical depth.

Preservation involves dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding abrasive cleaning agents or harsh polishes to maintain the accumulated historical patina and prevent surface damage.
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