Manuel dos Santos - Candlestick (2) - .833 silver - Lisbon Crown

Pair of elegant Portuguese silver chalices, contrasted with the Lisbon Crown assay mark, corresponding to a fineness of 833 thousandths. Manufacturing work attributed to Manuel dos Santos, presenting classic and balanced lines, with a turned stem and a cut base of traditional inspiration.

The sobriety of the design, allied with the quality of the finish, places these pieces in Portuguese production in the first half of the nineteenth century, ca. 1822–1843

Pieces with good presence, ideal both for decorative use and for collection.

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Material: Portuguese silver, with Lisbon Crown assay mark (fineness 833 thousandths),
Manufacturer: Manuel dos Santos
Total weight: 604 g
Dimensions: Height of 21 cm (each)
Condition: In reasonable condition, with signs of use and age. Surface scratches on the dishes, polishing marks and darkening inside the spouts. No relevant deformations. Patina consistent with age.