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Antique Pair Silver Plated Three Light Cherub Figural Candelabra 19th Century

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This is an elegant pair of antique English silver plated three light table candelabra, in the manner of Elkington, circa 1880 in date. The candelabra feature detachable sconces, have beautiful cast foliate decoration to the branches, the stem features cherub figures in the male and female form on cylindrical columns decorated with swags of flowers and fruit raised on square bases. The attention to detail is absolutely fantastic and they are certain to attract attention wherever they are placed. Condition: In excellent condition, with no signs of damage, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 50 cm x Width 25 cm x Depth 10 cm Dimensions in inches: Height 1 foot, 8 inches x Width 10 inches x Depth 4 inches 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: A4078
  • Creator:
    Elkington & Co. (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A40781stDibs: LU950641209582

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