2 mahogany candlestick
Antique English,
Spectacular pair of candlesticks in mahogany wood, bobbin shaped stems on saucer base; antique English Victorian, 19th century.
Condition: Antique — small old wood drying split on one rim
«Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful», is a famous quote which best defines the idea of the Arts & Crafts movement and style. It was said by the English designer William Morris, who was a key figure of the movement.
Size
- 20.5 cm high
How to care
Scratches on solid wood furniture are easily repaired by scratch cover polish. We like the Rustins multi-colour - test on small discreet area first!
How to care
Keep hot, cold and wet cups off highly polished wood surfaces. Water stains are hard to remove - you may need to French polish the entire surface.
How to care
Solid wood furniture will survive many centuries if it is kept dry and regularly oiled, either by a continuous human touch, by polishing or by waxing.
How to care
Most antique furniture is made of well seasoned solid wood, or veneered over a solid wooden core. That is why it can last for centuries, if you keep it dry.