Lot 51 , Eleven 17th century and later iron rushlight holders and candlesticks, largest 11.5in.

Eleven 17th century and later iron rushlight holders and candlesticks, largest 11.5in.
Estimate £600-800

Square base - not sprung but holds in place through its own weight.
Square oak base is of even dark tone with minor dents and colours, possibly an original base.
Conical turned wooden base - looks to be a bronze example, holds itself shut, again through its own weight, base possibly original, heavily scuffed and damp damaged, would benefit from re-polishing, minor dents and chips throughout.
Spiral fluted stick with light wood conical base - oxidisation to the metal work, worm holes to the base, it would benefit from re-polishing.
Tallest example in iron - a little bent out of shape and oxidised, otherwise looks good.
Tripod base in iron - possibly overpainted in black at one time, oxidised and slightly loose at the joint but overall fair.
Tripod base in iron with pad feet - heavily oxidised and slightly out of shape but otherwise good.
Sprung type candlestick in iron - looks like it once had a gilt finish, certainly to the knob, otherwise good order.
Iron holder with domed wooden base - oxidised, base scuffed, scratched and worn but probably original.
Spiral stem iron candlestick with broad wooden base - oxidised and a little bent out of shape, base with old splitting and wormholes.
Tallest spiral fluted candlestick - oxidised and slightly bent out of shape, base with old splits and a lost section to one side
Iron holder with circular base - possibly once painted, oxidised and a little bent out of shape but essentially good order.


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Sold for £1,400