A George IV Silver Chamber-Candlestick by S. C. Younge and Co., Sheffield, 1826
the shaped circular base with foliage and flower-stamped border, the scroll handle with similar thumbpiece and supporting the tapering extinguisher, the spool-shaped socket with detachable nozzle, the base and extinguisher each later engraved with an initial 'H' 17.5cm wide over handle, 11oz 9dwt, 356gr
Marked under base, on extinguisher and nozzle. There is wear to the marks, some of which are only just legible. There is some overall surface scrathing and wear. The wear is noticeable as a softening and holes to the border. There are some bruises overall. We are happy to provide Condition Reports to prospective buyers, but would welcome your request as soon as possible, preferably at least 48 hours before the Day of Sale. We cannot guarantee a reply to any requests made within 48 hours of the start of the auction. The absence of a Condition Report from a lot does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage prospective buyers to inspect an item in person where possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers, or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Regarding Pictures, Prints and Works on Paper, works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report.
Bid on this lot
the shaped circular base with foliage and flower-stamped border, the scroll handle with similar thumbpiece and supporting the tapering extinguisher, the spool-shaped socket with detachable nozzle, the base and extinguisher each later engraved with an initial 'H' 17.5cm wide over handle, 11oz 9dwt, 356gr
Marked under base, on extinguisher and nozzle. There is wear to the marks, some of which are only just legible. There is some overall surface scrathing and wear. The wear is noticeable as a softening and holes to the border. There are some bruises overall. We are happy to provide Condition Reports to prospective buyers, but would welcome your request as soon as possible, preferably at least 48 hours before the Day of Sale. We cannot guarantee a reply to any requests made within 48 hours of the start of the auction. The absence of a Condition Report from a lot does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage prospective buyers to inspect an item in person where possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers, or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Regarding Pictures, Prints and Works on Paper, works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report.
