A pair of George II candlesticks. Each on a shaped square ba...

Hammer

£2,100

A pair of George II candlesticks. Each on a shaped square base, with baluster stem, vase-shaped socket and detachable nozzle, engraved with a crest. Each with hallmarks and date-marks. By Mrs. James (Mary) Gould, 1747.

Cast candlesticks started to appear circa 1685, these are much heavier in weight and capable of withstanding greater wear.

Condylis Collection

8.5 in (H)

Marking:
[1] Lion passant (English quality mark for sterling);
[2] Leopard head crowned (London assay office mark);
[3] M (London date letter for 1747);
[4] I G. Maker's mark for Mary Gould following the death of her husband the master silversmith, James Gould.