George III Sterling Silver Chamberstick

Description:

George III Sterling Silver Chamberstick, London, 1801-02, Peter, Ann & William Bateman, maker, with removable snuffer and urn-form sconce, ht. 4 in., approx. 8.8 troy oz.
Estimate $300-500

Small, unobtrusive nicks along sconce rim. Joint of handle resoldered with new backing (only visible from underside). Arm to snuffer pushed into body slightly. Snuffer fully marked.


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