Magnificent Pair of Antique late 19th / Early 20th Century Portuguese Solid Silver Candlesticks

Up for investment is an authentic, museum-grade matching pair of solid silver candlesticks. Handcrafted in Porto, Portugal, between 1887 and 1910, these pieces showcase spectacular metalwork in a heavily embossed Rococo and Art Nouveau revival style. They feature flowing, organic acanthus leaf motifs scrolling elegantly down the columns into broad, dramatic pierced tripod bases.Identical pairs by these specific Porto silversmiths currently retail through luxury boutique galleries and vetted elite antique platforms for $4,200 to $6,000. This listing offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire a pristine pair directly at a competitive collector's value.

🛡️ VERIFIED HALLMARKS & SPECIFICATIONS

• Purity & Authenticity: Officially hallmarked for solid .833 purity under the historical Portuguese Porto Assay Office system (circa 1887–1910).

• Crisp Stamps: Stamped in two locations on each piece. Features the official Porto "Boar’s Head" guarantee mark alongside the Roman numeral "II" on the foot. The top floral edges feature matching registered maker’s shield marks and complementary workshop assay strikes.

• Unmonogrammed: Never personalized or engraved, preserving their full historical and aesthetic integrity.Substantial Mass: Total combined weight is a solid 574 grams (287 grams per candlestick). Please note these are pure solid silver throughout, NOT weighted or loaded bases.

📐 DIMENSIONS & CONDITIONHeight:

• 10-1/4 inches (26 cm)

• Base Width: 5-3/4 inches (14.5 cm)

• Condition: Beautiful, structurally sound antique condition. They stand completely upright and have absolutely no cracks, splits, or repairs anywhere on the silver. True to their age and the delicate nature of the Art Nouveau leaf design, there are a few very minor, small bends along some of the outermost edges. They display a gorgeous, authentic historical patina with a very subtle, beautiful gilt bleed.

📦 SHIPPING & SELLER POLICIES

• What’s Included: The matching pair of solid silver candlesticks

• Secure Delivery: Ships double-boxed and heavily padded. Due to the high-value nature of this item, Premium Shipping Insurance and Adult Signature Confirmation are mandatory and included in the handling fee.

• Payment: Immediate payment is required to secure this listing.Please review all included macro photography and measurement photos carefully.

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