Lot 205

Pair Jasperware Candlesticks Converted to Lamps

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
British, 19th century, possibly Wedgwood, matte blueÿjasperware plinths decorated in cameo style relief with floral swags and the coat of arms of the city of London, with Latin motto "Domine dirige nos", surmounted by a gilt bronze spread wing eagle, proper right wings each inscribed "T. L." to wing interior, later electrified, 17-1/4 in. (to socket); Provenance: The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia

Condition

one with stain to shield cameo, one with tiny hairline and minute chip to swag cameo, mounts with minor flaws (as made), back of eagles possibly altered to accommodate electrical wire when converted to a lamp, candle mounts sit slightly askew, some gilt loss and patination, light scratches, some surface dirt, not tested
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