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Pair of Triton Candlesticks. Palmer C1780.
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An exceptionally rare pair of Triton candlesticks, in black basalt with gold lustre. The design is copied from Wedgwood, who took it from Sir William Chambers' study of Bernini's Triton Fountain, in the Piazza Barbarini.
An unscrupulous dealer (not me) has had them fixed to early Wedgwood bases, in an attempt as passing them off. They are certainly by Palmer; but they do go sit well on the bases.
- Creator:Palmer (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Style:Neoclassical (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Stoneware,Molded
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1780
- Condition:Replacements made: Bases have been replaced with Wedgwood bases.
- Seller Location:Melbourne, AU
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