Lot Essay
Possibly by the Birmingham brass-manufacturer Thomas Abbott. Candlesticks of this model were sold at Christie's, South Kensington, 5 April 2005, lot 146.
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MID-19TH CENTURY
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A PAIR OF EARLY VICTORIAN ORMOLU AND BRONZE SINGLE-LIGHT CANDLESTICK LAMPS
MID-19TH CENTURY
Each modelled as a ducally-gorged ostrich, issuing a rockwork drip-pan and nozzle, now fitted with an electrified candle, on a rocky base, drilled for electricity, the drip-pans previously hung with chains or glass needles
18½ in. (47 cm.) including fitment (2)
MID-19TH CENTURY
Each modelled as a ducally-gorged ostrich, issuing a rockwork drip-pan and nozzle, now fitted with an electrified candle, on a rocky base, drilled for electricity, the drip-pans previously hung with chains or glass needles
18½ in. (47 cm.) including fitment (2)
Special notice
This lot is offered without reserve.
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.