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Pair of George III Silver Candelabra with Old Sheffield Plate Branches made in 1789
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A pair of elegant George III antique silver candelabra with the original two light Old Sheffield Plate branches.
| Date | 1789 |
| Made By | John Parsons & Co |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Stock Number | W53x36 |
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Pair of George III Silver Candelabra with Old Sheffield Plate Branches made in 1789
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A pair of elegant George III antique silver candelabra with the original two light Old Sheffield Plate branches.
The candelabra are of neoclassical form standing on oval bases. The branches have vase-shaped capitals and removable oval drip pans.
This two light candelabra can be used as candlesticks once the push fit arms (labra) are detached.
A family crest of a tree is engraved on the central sconce.
Dimensions: height at centre 43.2 cm, base 16.5 x 13.4 cm
Took over John Winter’s candlesticks business in 1783 and 10 years later (1793) transferred the business to John Green & Company. Exclusive maker of fine candlesticks, candelabra and chambersticks.
John Parsons died in 1814 and when his sister Mary Parsons died in 1815, she left a bequest of £1,500.00 (approx £200 thousand in today’s money) in her will, to help needy silversmiths. This was founded in affectionate memory by her brother and the charity continues today in Sheffield.
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