17th century, each socket with two circular apertures, baluster shaft with mid drip tray on a circular domed foot, tallest 7-7/8 x 4-7/8 in.Note: Similar examples can be seen inÿThe Lear Collection: A Study of Copper-Alloy Socket Candlesticks, A.D. 200-1700ÿby Christopher Bangs, 1995, pages 98 and 260, No. 64. - Provenance: Property from the Collection of Dudley and Constance Godfrey
Condition
taller example with small patch repair to base; smaller example with repair to shaft above drip pan, some repairs under socket rim, small repair to pan rim; light verdigris and wax residue, some scratches, small dents, and minor flaws (as made)