rare sterling silver antique candelabra collectible
This magnificent pair of American Sterling Silver 6-Light Candelabra was made by Howard & Co., New York, in 1902. The bases are marked with Howard & Co., Sterling, New York and 1902 for the year the candelabra were made. The bases are weighted, but are of very heavy gauge. The arms are unweighted and weigh a total of 204 Troy Ounces. The candelabra are made in the George IV style and are beautifully cast with undulating acanthus leaf and shell form motifs. The bases are useable on their own as monumental candlesticks. The 5 branch (6 light) arms detach from the bases with a bayonet mechanism. The 12 bobeches are detachable as well. The candelabra are in excellent estate condition with minor imperceptible age imperfections. These are true descendents of the gilded age and would add stature to any home. Height: 20 1/2 Inches. Width: 17 Inches Overall. Price: $40,000
See these sterling silver masterpieces at:
http://www.nelsonandnelsonantiques.com/
Nelson & Nelson Antiques Inc. is a family-owned business run by the husband and wife team of Steve and Marge Nelson since 1975. Their glittering showroom, located on Third Avenue in the heart of New York City, always showcases a treasure-trove of late 19th Century and early 20th Century antique silver, sterling silver: candle sticks, picture frames, trays, tea sets, hollowware, flatware, vanity items, French antiques and the most comprehensive selection of silver overlay within New York and its surrounding area. There is also a large variety of bronze d'ore picture frames, cut crystal, unique objects of art, beautiful enamels and distinctive Victorian, Edwardian, and Retro jewelry.
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