Candlestick
John Cafe (fl.1740)
Category
Silver
Date
1754
Materials
Silver
Measurements
222 mm (H)
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Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1151660.2
Summary
One of a pair of George II candlesticks on shaped square bases chased with rococo scroll ornament, the stems with an annular knop, a bud and a square knop with foliate corners; vase-shaped nozzles and detachable sockets with wavy square rims. Made by John Cafe, 1754.
Provenance
Given by Phillip Yorke III (1905-1978) along with the estate, house and contents to the National Trust in 1973
Makers and roles
John Cafe (fl.1740), silversmith