SOLD ITEM 4550 - York Minster candlesticks oak bell metal c1840

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York Minster candle sticks oak bell metal c1840."York Minster" had two fires,one in 1829 and the other one on May 20th 1840. Go to http://www.yorkminster.org/history8.shtml for more information on the fires.Reference to this pair of candlesticks is can be seen at http://web.onetel.net.uk/~gedburnell/fairburnstjames.htm In 1844 the Methodist Chapel was built near the entrance to Piper Hill. This was a threat to the Church of England whose Parish Church was All Saints at Ledsham. It was decided to build a church at Fairburn and in 1846 the present church, dedicated to St. James, was built.The tall candlesticks in the chancel had the base and top made from "Oak and bell metal of York Minster, Burnt May 20, 1840". These words are engraved on the metal of the candle holder. This pair of candlesticks have been electrified and made into lamps but could be easily put back to their original state. Each candlestick measures 15 inches high. They measure 24 and one half inches to the top of their shades. The brass bobeche is inscribed Oak and bell metal of York Minster, Burnt May 20, 1840. NOTE: We do not know if this is the exact pair mentioned in the above article or if more than one pair was made from oak and bell metal at that time. In any case, this pair is original and extremely rare. If you wish to browse our entire available inventory please go to OneofaKindAntiques.com. We also offer a consultation service AntiquesConsultant.com, ... as well as an online price guide at TheBestAntiquesPriceGuide.com.
 
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