Netherlandish or German, mid-16th century

both with old yellow paper labels to the underside inscribed in ink: 108

Frits Philips, Eindhoven;
his sale, Sotheby's Eindhoven, The Frits Philips Collection, 4-5 December 2006, lot 221

F. J. Philips and B. Dubbe, Twee Nijmeegse Gildekannen, Eindhoven, 1983, no. 68

Overall the condition of the candlesticks is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age, including a few nicks and scratches. There are two larger casting flaws underneath one of the mouldings on the stem of the shorter candlestick. There is some oxidation to the base and underside of the shorter candlestick.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

RELATED LITERATURE
A. J. G. Verster, Tin door de eeuwen, Amsterdam, 1954, fig. 78; L. Mory, Oud tin, Haarlem, 1975, fig. 35; B. Dubbe, Tin en tinnegieters in Nederland, Lochem 1978, fig. 46