Object Description
A rare pair of early antique silver candlesticks dating from the reign of Queen Anne. Britannia standard silver*. Excellent size and gauge of silver. These fine candlesticks stand on square canted corner bases with reed columns and multiple gadroon borders. Fixed circular candle sconces. To the front of the base there is a hand engraved coat of arms with a decorative cartouche. Weight 873 grams, 28 troy ounces. Height 24 cms. Base 13.3×13.3 cms. London 1703. Maker Richard Syng, London.
Biography – Richard Syng, London silversmith. Free 1687. 1st mark registered 1697.