A striking pair of richly decorated antique sterling silver candlesticks from the Regency period. The candlesticks are of an ornate design with moulded stems leading to a spreading base. All over relief is applied with swirling scrolls, flowers and foliage. They have detachable scones with engraved lion mask marks to the scones and bases.
Made in Sheffield, 1818 (aged 206)
Created by James Kirkby, Waterhouse & Co (James Kirkby & Joseph Waterhouse)
Fully English hallmarked for 925 sterling silver.
The dimensions of this pair of handmade antique silver candlesticks are:
Length 27.5 cm
Width at the foot 12.5 x 12.5 cm
Approx. 1222 + 1213 = 2435 grams (weighed for stability). (scones together weigh 153 grams).
Condition: Excellent condition.