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Pair of Antique Silver-Over-Copper Altar Candlesticks

About the Item

The pair of tall antique altar candlesticks or torchieres are made of silver-over-copper. Starting at the top with a candle socket and attached bobeche, the design is divided into four equal parts attached to a round base which is weighted underneath with an iron plate. Alter stick, altar stick, alterstick, altarstick.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42.5 in (107.95 cm)Diameter: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Gothic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silver Plate,Machine-Made
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Candlesticks are badly discolored, one is loose, one bobeche is slightly dented as is one base. Iron plates are rusted. 1.5"-in-diameter candles are required.
  • Seller Location:
    Sheffield, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU833411921183

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