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Victorian Sterling Silver Lyre Candle Holders
$3,154.69
£2,250
€2,673.36
CA$4,305.24
A$4,794.28
CHF 2,495.16
MX$59,112.84
NOK 31,777.71
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An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Victorian English sterling silver lyre candlesticks; an addition of our ornamental silverware collection
These exceptional antique Victorian English sterling silver candlesticks have been modelled in the form of lyres.
The upper portion of the stringed instrument is surmounted with a swept oval capital, encompassed with concave fluted decoration accented with a reed decorated girdle.
The capitals retain the original detachable hallmarked push fit sconces, each embellished with thread decorated borders to the rim.
The column of each antique silver candlestick features details replicating the opposing scrolling frame and five-strings of the musical instrument.
Each oval swept base is embellished with fluted decoration, accented with further thread decoration to the rim.
These antique candlesticks have weighted bases and are fitted with green baize to the underside.
Condition
These sterling silver candlesticks are an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and are in exceptional condition.
Each candlestick has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.
Full hallmarks struck to the rim of the bases, in addition to part hallmarks to the sleeve of the sconces are very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these exceptional Victorian silver candlesticks in the lyre style.
Dimensions
Height 20.5cm/8.1''
Length 11.6cm/4.6''
Width 8.3cm/3.3''
Weight
An accurate weight of silver cannot be provided as these candlesticks have weighted bases.
Date: 1899
Origin: London, England.
- Creator:
- Dimensions:Height: 8.1 in (20.58 cm)Width: 3.3 in (8.39 cm)Depth: 3.3 in (8.39 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1899
- Condition:See product description.
- Seller Location:Jesmond, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: C74661stDibs: LU1200230986252
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