Object Description
A fine pair of antique silver candlesticks with elegant classical styling. Plain clean lines with fluted tapering columns and bead borders. Detachable nozzles. Good gauge silver.
Weight 906g, 29.1 troy oz.
Height 21.5cm, 8.4ins. Base diameter 13.8cm.
London 1782.
Maker John Scofield.
Sterling silver.
Marks. Stamped with a full set of English silver hallmarks underneath the bases, nozzles with lion mark only.
Maker: John Scofield
John Scofield (or Schofield), highly prominent late 18th century London silversmith. No record of apprenticeship of freedom. 1st mark entered as plateworker in 1776 with Robert Jones. 2nd mark alone 1778. 3rd mark 1787. Well known for his impeccable craftsmanship and elegant restrained taste. His candlesticks and candelabra are highly prized.
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