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A rare set of four early George…
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Auckland
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23-Jul-2024
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A rare set of four early George III cast silver candlesticks, three by the renowned maker John Cafe, and one by Elizabeth Godfrey. All matching, original detachable sconces with hexagonal lobed scalloped rims matching the main knop on the baluster stems and spreading bases. Height 23.5 cm. 650 to 700gm ea. (Total 2694gm). Three by the leading candlestick maker of his time, John Cafe, London 1750, 1751 and 1753. One by Elizabeth Godfrey 1761. Provenance: The collection of John and Valerie Robertson, Auckland.
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Unclassified