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This wonderful candelabrum was created by English silversmith Matthew Boulton
This candelabrum is a fine example of Sheffield silver plate
Matthew Boulton Sheffield Plate Candelabrum
This piece showcases Boulton's mastery of design
Boulton's sterling silver hallmark is seen on the bobèches
Boulton's sunburst mark and what is believe to be the mark of Thomas Mynd can also be seen
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Matthew Boulton Sheffield Plate Candelabrum

  • This beautiful Sheffield silver plate candelabrum was made by the renowned Matthew Boulton
  • The candelabrum features sterling silver and hallmarked bobèches
  • Boulton was a famed English inventor and silversmith, known for his innovations in silver plating
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$28,500
Item No. 30-3220

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This remarkable Sheffield silver plate candelabrum by celebrated English silversmith Matthew Boulton displays all of the timeless elegance and style of the period. Masterfully crafted with sterling silver bobèches, this candelabrum exemplifies the craftsman’s attention to detail and eye for design. The most renowned silversmith of Birmingham, England, Mathew Boulton was known largely as an esteemed English inventor and entrepreneur, particularly for his innovative achievements in silver-plating. Works by Boulton, especially those displaying wonderful design and craftsmanship,. . .
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This remarkable Sheffield silver plate candelabrum by celebrated English silversmith Matthew Boulton displays all of the timeless elegance and style of the period. Masterfully crafted with sterling silver bobèches, this candelabrum exemplifies the craftsman’s attention to detail and eye for design. The most renowned silversmith of Birmingham, England, Mathew Boulton was known largely as an esteemed English inventor and entrepreneur, particularly for his innovative achievements in silver-plating. Works by Boulton, especially those displaying wonderful design and craftsmanship, are among the finest of Old Sheffield plate and are most desirable. 

Bears the hallmark of Matthew Boulton, Birmingham 1804, on the bobèches; marked with Boulton's sunburst mark and the maker's mark "TM" believed to be for Thomas Mynd, Boulton's brother-in-law and known plate worker and silversmith. 

17" wide x 23 1/2" high
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This wonderful candelabrum was created by English silversmith Matthew Boulton
Maker: Boulton, Matthew
Period: 19th Century
Origin: England
Type: Candelabra/Candlesticks
Depth: 17.0 Inches
Width: 17.0 Inches
Height: 23.5 Inches
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