George II Silver Candlesticks
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Stock: 8646
Date: 1740
Maker: Thomas Gilpin
Country: England
A fine pair of antique sterling silver candlesticks with faceted columns and shaped bases. Heavy cast silver and good original...
Description
Condition
These excellent candle holders are in very condition. The hand engraved crests are still quite crisp. Stamped underneath with a full set of clear English silver hallmarks. The sconces have the makers mark (one mark is rubbed). Please note that this item is not new and will show moderate signs of wear commensurate with age. Reflections in the photograph may detract from the true representation of this item.
Maker Information
Maker: Thomas Gilpin
Thomas Gilpin, apprenticed to John Wells 1720. First mark entered as smallworker 1730, 2nd mark as largeworker (and 3rd small mark) 1739. Gilpin is noted in Jackson’s as an extremely accomplished exponent of the rococo style. He is well represented by candlesticks and tureens at Althorp.
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