Auction 155 Antiques & Works of Art, Silver & Jewellery

537

A pair of eight-light candelabra


Estimate

7.500 - 10.000


Session 2

16 December 2025



Description

Silver
Imposing vertical structure, raised on an ornate base with volutes, acanthus leaves, chiseled details and supported by four feet
Central shaft decorated with a female sculptural figure of Egyptian inspiration, depicted in an upright position holding the upper part of the candelabra with raised arms
The upper section features a set of symmetrical and articulated arms, richly decorated, with four classical candle holders with raised edges and relief ornaments
Porto assay mark (1877-1881) and goldsmith's mark of Guilherme Soares (1887)
(signs of wear, dents)

Height: 60,5 cm
4296 g


Additional Information

Literature:
ALMEIDA, Fernando Moitinho de; CARLOS, Rita - "Inventário de Marcas de Pratas Portuguesas e Brasileiras - Século XV a 1887". Lisboa: IN-CM, 2018, P-55.0a e P-296.0a



Closed Auction