Pair of George II Mahogany Candlesticks, Now Wired as Lamps (English, Late 18th Century)
elegant carved mahogany candlesticks of tall baluster form, later converted to electricity, each with a circular stepped base and a tapered, fluted shaft rising to a carved candle nozzle now fitted for wiring, warm, rich surface consistent with age, sold together with pleated fabric shades
height 25 inches to finial
Provenance: A Collection from a New York City Townhouse Built by Stanford White, Interior Designed by Cullman and Kravis
Purchased from H.M. Luther Antiques, New York,by Cullman & Kravis, later sold by Cullman & Kravis 10/9/2008 ($10,187) copy of sale receipt available
Estimate: $800 - $1200