Candelabra
1819-1820 (made)
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Joseph Angel founded his silversmithing business in about 1811 and worked as a manufacturing silversmith supplying some of the most prestigious London firms such as Rundell Bridge and Rundell.
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Parts | This object consists of 3 parts.
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Materials and techniques | Silver, cast and chased |
Brief description | Silver, London hallmarks for 1819-20, mark of Joseph Angel. |
Physical description | Candelabra, one of a pair. Silver, the stems consist of a winged caryatide with a cushion on the head supporting a long basket of flowers from which spring two scrolled branches ending in nozzles with rings decorated with leaves in repoussé. The top is composed of a flower from which flames are issuing. The stem stands on a circular pedestal with bands of rope and acanthus leaf ornament. |
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Credit line | Bequeathed by Joseph Bond |
Object history | Acquisition RF: J. Bond Esq. Bequest - Bond, Joseph Bond One of a pair. Joseph Angel founded the business in about 1811 and worked as a manufacturing silversmith supplying some of the most prestigious London firms such as Rundell Bridge and Rundell. Neg. No: 13674 67425 |
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Summary | Joseph Angel founded his silversmithing business in about 1811 and worked as a manufacturing silversmith supplying some of the most prestigious London firms such as Rundell Bridge and Rundell. |
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Accession number | 836A/1 to 3-1890 |
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Record created | March 4, 2004 |
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