Lot Essay
It is rare to find candlesticks of this type, based on early 19th century European Neo-classical designs, made in baitong instead of silver.
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19TH CENTURY
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A PAIR OF BAITONG CANDLESTICKS
19TH CENTURY
Each standing on a stepped spreading base of square section with beaded decoration, the tapering stem supporting vase-shaped nozzle worked with lotus petals, the base engraved with the initials 'AR'
11 7/8 in. (30.2 cm.) high (2)
19TH CENTURY
Each standing on a stepped spreading base of square section with beaded decoration, the tapering stem supporting vase-shaped nozzle worked with lotus petals, the base engraved with the initials 'AR'
11 7/8 in. (30.2 cm.) high (2)
Special notice
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