Pair Of Five-light Candelabra In Solid 934 Thousandths Silver, Porto, Early 20th Century

Pair of five-light candelabras in 934 thousandths solid silver, Porto, early 20th century Superb pair of solid silver candelabras, Regency style, combining elegance and monumentality. Each candelabra has five lights and a removable upper part, allowing them to be used either as a complete candelabra version or as simple candlesticks. The light arms, also removable, are finely balanced and connected by an elegant central scroll. A matching and original silver snuffer completes the set. The candelabras demonstrate the Portuguese know-how of Porto at the beginning of the 20th century, with a very high-quality manufacture in first-grade solid silver (934 thousandths), heavy and robust. Their sober but majestic style recalls the English Regency creations, ideal for magnifying a reception table. Characteristics: Solid silver 934 thousandths (Porto hallmark, first title) Origin: Portugal, early 20th century Style: English Regency Total weight: 4.6 kg for the pair (approximately 2.3 kg per candelabra) Height: 40 cm Number of lights: 5 per candelabra Special features: Removable upper part allowing dual use (candelabra or candlestick) Removable arms Matching original extinguisher Condition: very good condition, thick and heavy solid silver, high quality manufacturing typical of Portuguese work