Lot 53: A 20th Century Pewter Roman Style Lucerna Chamberstick by A. E. Williams
Sold for: £6
A pewter chamberstick produced by A. E. Williams, designed in the Neo-Classical revival style of an ancient Roman lucerna oil lamp. The piece is constructed with a stepped circular base and a ringed cylindrical stem supporting a boat-shaped dish. The dish features an elongated protruding spout and a central pricket pin, fitted with a scrolling handle decorated with volute terminals. The upper rim of the dish is struck with a series of touchmarks, including the maker mark A.E.W, a lion, a leopard head, the date letter b, and a commemorative profile portrait mark for the 1937 coronation of King George VI. The metal surface exhibits an original dull grey patina.
Total Height: 140mm
Base Diameter: 85mm
Total Width: 100mm.
Condition report:
The chamberstick is in very good condition, exhibiting light surface wear, minor scratches, and an even layer of tarnish consistent with age and gentle use. There are no visible dents, splits, or signs of repair. The structure remains sound and the pricket pin is secure.
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