Pair of George III neoclassical sterling silver candlesticks
Pair of George III neoclassical sterling silver candlesticks
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In the neoclassical style, this lovely pair of George III sterling silver candlesticks exhibit the typical style motifs prevalent in the late 1700s. The fine tapering bodies are ornamented with simple, elegant bead pattern decoration, mounted on spreading circular bases and fitted with removable wax drips.
Neoclassicism is the 18th and 19th century movement that developed in Europe as a reaction to the excesses of Baroque and Rococo styles that were dominant in the previous era. The movement sought to return to the classical beauty and magnificence of the Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire.
Dimensions:
1786
London
Excellent
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