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A FINE PAIR OF GEORGE III PATINATED BRONZE & ORMOLU “GRIFFIN” CANDLESTICKS ENGLISH, CIRCA 1790.

Each in the form of a winged griffin supporting a leaf cast candleholder and drip pan on its head, united by a scrolling foliate support, and on a stepped two tier white marble base further decorated with ormolu chasing. Since classical antiquity, griffins (head and wings of an eagle and body of a lion) were known for guarding treasures and priceless possessions.

Origin: English

Circa:1790

Availability: Sold

Stock Ref: A10802

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