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Antique Victorian Pair Three Light Candelabra by Elkington 1886 19th Century

$3,152.51
£2,250
€2,695.37
CA$4,300.02
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This is a magnificent high-quality pair of antique English Victorian silver plate on copper three-light Corinthian Column candelabra, each bearing the maker's mark of the renowned silversmith, Elkington & Co and bearing impressed marks with date letter for 1886. Each candelabra features an impressive tapering column with remarkable foliate capitals and a distinctive square shaped and stepped base that is further embellished with swag decoration, this additional ornamentation to the base is highly desirable. Each candelabra has two stunning decorative branches which feature truly splendid chased scroll design with stunning floral and foliate cast motifs throughout. All sconces are detachable and feature matching decoration to the borders. The pair are metamorphic and are constructed in multiple formulae so that they can be dismantled and constructed as either of two single candlesticks; two three sconce candelabra or; a single and a five sconce candelabra. The attention to detail is absolutely fantastic and this high-value pair is certain to attract attention wherever placed. Condition: In excellent condition with clear makers marks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 52 cm x Width 35 cm x Depth 12 cm  - As pair of 3 light candelabra Dimensions in inches: Height 1 foot, 8 inches x Width 1 foot, 2 inches x Depth 5 inches - As pair of 3 light candelabra Elkington & Co was a silver manufacturer from Birmingham, England. The firm was founded by George Richards Elkington and his brother, Henry Elkington, in the 1830s. It operated under the name G. R. Elkington & Co. until 1842, when a third partner, Josiah Mason, joined the firm. It operated as Elkington, Mason, & Co. until 1861, when the partnership with Mason was terminated. The firm operated independently as Elkington & Co. from 1861 until 1963. It was then taken over by British Silverware, Ltd. In 1971 British Silverware, Ltd. became a subsidiary of Delta Metal Co. Ltd. Over the course of history it became very successful and was one of the prime producers of silver plating. Elkington received various royal warrants of appointments. One of their most famous pieces is the electrotype copy of the Jerningham Wine Cooler, at the Victoria & Albert Museum. Our reference: A4244
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.48 in (52 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1886
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A42441stDibs: LU950642600102

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