Antique Biedermeier 2-Flame Silver Candleholders, Vienna, 1832, Set of 2

Description

Two festive silver candleholders on a round, stepped stand with guilloché corded band, smooth, baluster-shaped shaft, beaded rings with sculptural … more Two festive silver candleholders on a round, stepped stand with guilloché corded band, smooth, baluster-shaped shaft, beaded rings with sculptural floral decoration, vase-shaped spout with chiselled palmette decoration on the high arched eaves piece, can be used as a single candlestick when the two-armed top section with central, bud-shaped flower bouquet is removed. Branded by the Wheel mark, Viennese official hallmark: 13 Lot silver, dated 1832, arm pieces 1860 Master's stamp: 'ML' - Martin Lutz, authorization 1824 Bibliography: Waltraud Neuwirth, 'Viennese Silver 1781-1866, Maker's and Company Marks', Self-published Dr. Waltraud Neuwirth, Vienna 2002, page 220, hallmark no. P2020 Dimensions: Height: 38,0 cm / 14.96 in Width: 25,0 cm / 9.84 in Depth: 12,0 cm / 4.72 in Total silver weight: 980 grams / 31.51 troy oz Condition: Perfectly cleaned and polished This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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