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First seen in sterling silver just prior to 1690, silver chambersticks became popular during the 18th century, with their popularity remaining until the introduction of electric lamps during the Victorian period. Designed to be carried from room to room, a chamberstick features a handle and removable extinguisher, and were typically used with tallow wax candles rather than bees wax.
Made Circa 1900
Made circa 1900, this attractive, Antique Silver And Mother Of Pearl Chamberstick, features delicate grape and vine decoration, a vine handle, a removable nozzle, and the mother of pearl base is shaped and detailed to resemble a leaf. The chamberstick measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) from handle to side.
£425
ADD TO BASKET MORE PHOTOSHallmarked In 1831
Hallmarked in London in 1831, this striking, William IV, Antique Sterling Silver Chamberstick, features a shell body, with silver mounts detailed with chased grape and vine decoration, and a removable extinguisher. The chamberstick measures 5.25"(13.5cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) wide, by 3.75"(9.5cm) deep.
£1,145
ADD TO BASKET MORE PHOTOSHallmarked In 1891
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1891 by Heath & Middleton, this enchanting, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Chamberstick is a superb example of the naturalistic bark effect popularised by this firm, shaped as a styled leaf, and carrying a registered design number. The removable snuffer covers a match holder and strike, and the nozzle is removable. The chamberstick measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 7"(17.5cm) from handle to side, and weighs 11.4 troy ounces.
£1,495
ADD TO BASKET MORE PHOTOSHallmarked In 1795
Hallmarked in London in 1795 and 1798 by Robert & David Hennell, this very rare set of four George III, Antique Sterling Silver Chambersticks, are plain in style, featuring reed borders throughout, removable nozzles and extinguishers, and engraved crests. Each chamberstick measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) from handle to side, and the four together weigh 28.3 troy ounces. The crest is likely that of the Ryland family of Bearley and Sherborne in Warwickshire.
£5,475
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