A pair of Victorian brass spring ejector candlesticks , <I>PALMER'S PATENT</I> | Christie's

Sale 7809

European Works of Art

London, South Kensington

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26 November 1997

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Lot 400

A pair of Victorian brass spring ejector candlesticks

PALMER'S PATENT

Price realised

GBP 1,265

Estimate

GBP 800 - GBP 1,200

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A pair of Victorian brass spring ejector candlesticks
PALMER'S PATENT
The cylindrical columns on square stepped bases, later adapted to electricity, later patinated and gilt
22¾in. (57.8cm) high (2)
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