Decorative Arts Auction

June 20, 2016

LOT 252

Lot 252

Pair of George I Silver Chamber Candlesticks, James Fraillon, London, 1722

Pair of George I Silver Chamber Candlesticks, James Fraillon, London, 1722
Lot 252 Details
Pair of George I Silver Chamber Candlesticks, James Fraillon, London, 1722

of plain circular shape with cotton-reel sockets and straight ovoid hollow handles
width 9.1" — 23 cm.
28 oz. — 872 grams
later nozzles by Sebastian Crespel II, London, 1827

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $4,320
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Dr. and Mrs. Gordon Macdonald Collection, Edmonton

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with crests, which are worn on the pan and repeated on the later nozzles; some strengthening or repairs at handle joins and at one rim; otherwise substantially in good condition; both well marked under the bases, one being Britannia standard, though both are the same date; engraved No. 3 and No. 4; with scratch weights 13:7-1/2 (scratched) and 13:9 (engraved) respectively

LOT 252
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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