Sold for:
$563
$563
Pair of Queen Anne Signed Brass Candlesticks, "JOSEPH WOOD," England, early 18th century, with everted rims on the candle cups, knopped stems and notched-corner dished square bases, maker's name impressed in a semicircle on the bottom, (imperfections), ht. 7 1/4 in. Note: The Brass Book, by Schiffer et al., p. 194B, states: "Most candlesticks are not signed to prevent the store keeper from going around the wholesaler directly to the brass founder. The signature makes it possible to trace other sticks to a particular foundry." Solder reinforcement to interior stem/base connection, scattered small dents.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2012-08-11
