During the renaissance period we first see the use of lighting for decoration, rather than functionality, but it wasn’t until the 18th century that the aesthetics of lighting, and how it made a room look and feel, became important. Just as important today, clever lighting can transform the mood from dramatic to peaceful. Well chosen lighting really does make a house a home.
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Made circa 1880 by Hukin & Heath, this stylish, Victorian, Antique Silver Plate Candelabrum, is a fine example of the Aesthetic Movement, featuring a textured base, and will hold 6 candles. The candelabrum measures 15"(38cm) tall, by 10.5"(26.5cm) wide and deep.
£795
Made circa 1880 by Hukin & Heath, this stylish, Victorian, Antique Silver Plate Candelabrum, is a fine example of the Aesthetic Movement, featuring a plain base, and will hold 6 candles. The candelabrum measures 15"(38cm) tall, by 10.5"(26.5cm) wide and deep.
£795
Hallmarked in London in 1889 by John Round & Son Ltd., this stylish, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Hurricane Lamp, features Gothic design to the silver, and a plain glass shade to protect the candle from drafts. The hurricane lamp measures 8.75"(22cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) wide, by 4.25"(11cm) deep, and weighs 8.2 troy ounces.
£895
Hallmarked in London in 1901 by Thomas Bradbury & Sons, this attractive pair of Antique, Edwardian Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the neoclassical revival style, with swag and bow detailing to the columns, and bead borders to the base and removable nozzles. Each candlestick measures 5.75"(14.5cm) tall, by 3.25"(8.5cm) wide, by 3.25"(8.5cm) deep. The candlesticks are filled for balance.
£1,175
Hallmarked in London in 1923 by Morris Salkind, this attractive pair of Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, feature chased swags and bows, and are unfilled. Each candlestick measures 14.25"(36cm) tall, by 5.75"(14.5cm) wide, by 5.75"(14.5cm) deep. Together the pair weighs 28.4 troy ounces.
£1,475
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
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1973 by Robert Welch, this stylish, Sterling Silver Candelabrum, will hold 6 candles, and is in the Industrialist style Welch became famous for. The candelabrum measures 5.25"(13.5cm) tall, by 6.25"(16cm) in diameter, and weighs 12.4 troy ounces.
£1,575
Hallmarked in London in 1875 by John Henry Williamson, this charming pair of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are fine reproductions of a William & Mary period design, and each are engraved with a crest and motto. Each candlestick measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 4.75"(12cm) wide, by 4.75"(12cm) deep, and together they weigh 22.6 troy ounces.
The motto reads 'Floreat Majestas' which translates as 'Let majesty flourish'. The crest is that of the Scottish naturalist and ornithologist John Alexander Harvie-Brown.
£2,175
Made circa 1790, this charming set of 4 Antique Old Sheffield Plate Candlesticks, are in the Neoclassical taste, with bands of acanthus leaf and fluted decoration to the bases, fluting to the capitals, and removable nozzles with acanthus detailed borders. Each candlestick measures 11"(28cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) in diameter.
£2,275
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1899 by Hawksworth Eyres & Co., this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Lamp, is very plain in style, featuring reed borders, two fixtures for bulbs, and an adjustable lamp shade holder. The lamp measures 31.5"(80cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) wide. The lamp shade holder is silver-plated.
£2,695
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1792 by John Parsons & Co., this handsome pair of George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are round in shape, and feature reed detailing, and removable nozzles. Each candlestick measures 10.5"(26.5cm) tall, by 5"(13cm) in diameter. The candlesticks are filled for balance.
£3,475
Hallmarked in London in 1756 by John Priest, this charming pair of George II period, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the 'Four Shell' design, and feature removable nozzles. Each candlestick measures 5.25"(13.5cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep, and together they weigh 22.6 troy ounces.
£3,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1913 by Hawksworth Eyres & Co., this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Set of 4 Candlesticks, are plain in style, and oval in shape. Each candlestick measures 12"(30.5cm) tall, by 6.25"(16cm) wide, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep, and they are filled for balance.
£3,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1790 by John Parsons & Co., this handsome pair of George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the neoclassical style, with bright cut engraved decoration throughout, removable nozzles, and engraved crests. Each candlestick measures 11.75"(30cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) in diameter, and they are filled for balance.
£3,975
Hallmarked in London in 1763 by Emick Romer, this attractive pair of George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, feature corinthian columns and ornate bases with sunken fluting, acanthus leaf corners and gadroon borders. Each candlestick is engraved with a crest which is likely that of the the Gurdon family, Barons of Cranworth. Each candlestick measures 10.75"(17cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) wide, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep, and they are filled for balance.
£4,275
Hallmarked in London in 1751 by William Gould, this charming pair of George II period, cast, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the '4 Shell' style, and feature removable nozzles. Each candlestick measures 8"(20cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep, and the pair together weighs 23.2 troy ounces.
£4,475
Hallmarked in London in 1768 by Ebenezer Coker, this handsome pair of Antique Sterling Silver Chambersticks, feature shaped gadroon borders, removable extinguishers, removable nozzles, and engraved crests. Each chamberstick measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 7.25"(18.5cm) wide, by 6"(15cm) deep, and together the pair weighs 23.9 troy ounces.
£4,495
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1935 by Britton, Gould & Co., this handsome set of 4 George V period, Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the corinthian column style, with stepped bases, bead borders, and applied lion mask decoration. The larger pair of candlesticks measure 14"(35.5cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) wide and deep, and the smaller pair measure 11.5"(29.5cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) wide and deep. The candlesticks are filled for balance.
£5,675
Hallmarked in London in 1758 by William Cafe, this exceptional pair of George II period, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are unfilled, with cast bases, and in the Corinthian form. Each candlestick measures 11"(28cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep. Together the pair weighs 35.1 troy ounces.
£5,695
Hallmarked in London in 1723 by Francis Turner, this exquisite pair of George I, Antique Sterling Silver Tapersticks, are cast and of hexagonal form, featuring an engraved crest to each base. Each taperstick measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 3.25"(8cm) wide and deep, and together they weigh 7.9 troy ounces. The crests is likely that of the Burke (or Bourke) family.
£5,750
Hallmarked in London in 1795 by John Scofield, this stunning pair of George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are fine examples of the neoclassical form, with a thick gadroon border around the base and removable nozzle, and a sleek plain column. Each candlestick measures 10.75 inches (27.5cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) wide and deep, and the pair together weigh 39.3 troy ounces. The candlesticks are engraved with a crest to one side and an heraldic shield to the other side.
£5,975
Hallmarked in London in 1896 by Thomas Bradbury & Sons, this striking, Victorian set of 4 Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks are in the Neoclassical Revival style. Each candlestick measures 12"(30cm) tall, by 5.25"(13cm) wide, by 5.25"(13cm) deep, and they are filled for balance.
£6,975
Hallmarked in London in 1955 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this striking pair of Elizabeth II period, Britannia Standard Silver Wall Sconces, are in the Rococo style, highly decorative to the backs, and with space for 2 candles each. Each wall sconce measures 9.5"(24cm) tall, by 9.75"(24.5cm) wide, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep, and the pair together weigh 43.41 troy ounces.
£6,975
Hallmarked in London in 1934 by Albert John Wilkins, this very handsome pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are a wonderful Arts & Crafts & Gothic Revival mix of styles, and would fit a large candle, similar to an alter candle. Each candlestick measures 16"(40.5cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) wide, by 7"(18cm) deep. Together the pair weigh an impressive 52.6 troy ounces.
£7,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1898 and 1907 by Walker & Hall, this stunning set of 4 Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are very ornate in design. Each candlestick measures 13.25"(33.5cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) wide, by 6.5"(16.5cm) deep. The candlesticks are filled for balance.
£7,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1786 by John Parsons & Co., this handsome set of 4 George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are round in shape, and feature panelled sides, sunken fluting, removable nozzles and engraved crests to each. Each candlestick measures 11.25"(28.5cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) in diameter, and they are filled for balance.
£8,475
Hallmarked in London in 1975 by Stuart Devlin, this stylish pair of Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Candelabra, feature gilt filagree columns, and will each hold 4 candles. Each candelabrum measures 9.75"(25cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) wide and deep, and the pair together weigh 36.34 troy ounces.
£8,795
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1796 by John Greene & Co, this very handsome, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Set of Four Candlesticks, feature fluted decoration to the base, stem and capitals, reed borders throughout, engraved crests, and removable nozzles. Each candlestick measures 11"(28cm) tall, by 5.25"(13.5cm) in diameter. The candlesticks are filled for balance.
£9,775
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1901 by Hawksworth Eyres & Co., this handsome, Victorian pair of Antique Sterling Silver Candelabra, are in the 'batwing' style, and will hold 5 candles. Each candelabrum measures 19.5"(49.5cm) tall, by 14.25"(36.5cm) wide, by 13.75"(35cm) deep, and they are filled for balance.
£9,775
Hallmarked in London in 1965 by Carrington & Co., this stunning, Elizabeth II period, cast Pair of Sterling Silver Candelabra, are in the George II Rococo style, featuring original gilding throughout. Each candelabra will hold 3 candles, and measures 15.75"(40cm) tall, by 13.75"(35cm) wide. The pair together weigh a very impressive 145.9 troy ounces.
£9,795
Hallmarked in 1709 by Matthew Cooper I, this very handsome pair of Queen Anne period, Antique Britannia Standard Silver Candlesticks, are octagonal in shape, and feature engraved shields to the bases. Each candlestick measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep, and together they weigh 14.6 troy ounces.
£9,950
Hallmarked in London in 1739 by John White, this exquisite pair of George II, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are cast and are each engraved with an original crest. Each candlestick measures 8.5"(21cm) tall, by 4.75"(12cm) wide and deep, and the pair together weigh a substantial 42.9 troy ounces. John White is described in Grimwade as "a mysterious figure, as his work, somewhat rare, is of high quality and Huguenot character, without there being any apparent connection in his training or parentage with the immigré school."
£10,750
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1844 & 1845 by Walter Knowle & Co., this stylish, and large pair of Antique Sterling Silver Candelabra, are in the '4 shell' style, and will hold 4 candles each. Each candelabrum measures 22"(56cm) tall, and have a span of approximately 14"(35.5cm). The base measures 6.75"(17cm) square, and they are filled for balance.
£12,975
Hallmarked in London in 1798 by the master candlestick maker John Scofield, this important set of four Neoclassical, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, show the refined elegance Scofield was famous for. Unlike most candlesticks of this period these are cast and not filled, and are of a heavy gauge, showing the highest quality craftsmanship. Each candlestick measures 12"(30.5cm) tall, by 5.25"(13.5cm) in diameter. The set together weighs 45.2 troy ounces. Each candlesticks carries the crest of Thomas Parker 5th Earl of Macclesfield
£14,750
Made circa 1855 by Elkington, Mason & Co., this stunning and large pair of Antique, Victorian, Silver Plate Candelabra, will hold 9 candles each and feature figural sculptures to the base, and ornate detailing throughout. The candelabra carry a date plaque for publishing of April 1855, and are also each engraved with the coat of arms and motto of the The Royal Army Medical Corps. Each candelabrum measures 27"(69cm) tall, by 16.75"(42.5cm) wide and deep.
The motto reads 'In Arduis Fidelis', which translates as 'Faithful in Adversity'. The Royal Army Medical Corps was formed after the restoration of Charles II in 1660.
£14,750
Hallmarked in London in 1693 by Thomas Allen, this handsome pair of William & Mary period, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the traditional form. Each candlestick measures 8.25"(21cm) tall, by 5.25"(13.5cm) wide and deep, and the pair together weigh 26.3 troy ounces. Each is engraved 'The Gifft of Alvia De Veux to ye Parish of St.Ann’s, Westminster 1722'
£17,975
Hallmarked in London in 1870 by Robert Hennell IV (with one branch bearing marks for Robert Hennell III in 1840), this wonderful pair of cast, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Candelabra, are of superb quality, featuring scroll, acanthus and floral decoration throughout, and holding 3 candles, or 4 with the removable flame taken out. Each candelabrum measures 21"(54cm) tall, by 16"(41cm) wide, by 15"(38cm) deep and the pair together weigh an impressive 250 troy ounces.
£47,500