Description
Heading : Pair of Georgian rose brass candlesticks
Date : c1780
Period : George III
Origin : England
Colour : Clear
Sconce : Moulded girdles. detachable square nozzle with beaded decoration
Stem Features : Wide shoulder with moulded girdles above a tapering fluted stem
Foot : Square pedestal base with further beaded decoration
Pontil : Hollow opening intended for a ‘push-stick’
Material Type : High copper brass alloy often called “Abyssinian gold”
Size : 9 7/8 inches tall with 3 ¾ inch foot
Condition : Excellent. no dents
Restoration : None
Weight : 1140 grams
Both brass and silver candlesticks from 1765-70 and onwards were inspired by the architecture one would view on the “Grand tour” of ancient Greece and Rome. These neo-classical candlesticks were hollow core cast. this method of production enabled a push-rod extractor to ease the removal of the candle stump. The casting seam or flash seam has been polished but it is stil detectable.
The golden red tone of the brass is a result of the high copper content which gave rise to the name “Abyssinian gold”.
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