Lot 160
  • 160

A pair of George III cut-glass and gilt-metal two-tier two-light candelabra in the manner of Blades circa 1810

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 13 1/2 in.
  • 34.3 cm
each with a circular cut-glass stepped base supporting a circular molded and faceted glass stem, the two gilt metal foliate scrolled arms centered by a column supporting a pineapple and with vase form cut-glass candle holders, the scalloped arms with beads and rule drops, above dished drip pans similarly hung with beads and rule drops.

Condition

Overall good condition, the gilt-bronze with minor wear, some very minor chips to extremities of cut glass and to drops, some drops possibly associated.
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