Rare Pair of Indo-Portuguese Silver and Copper Processional Candlesticks fountains Width 13 Depth 13/24 Height

Width 13 Depth 13/24 Height 18 inches

or sometimes the front legs of a lion

rising from the water

The frieze and jambs display moulded details

Rare Pair of Indo-Portuguese Silver and Copper Processional Candlesticks fountains Width 13 Depth 13/24 HeightDETAILS These tall, antique solid silver processional staffs with candle holders at the top were hand fashioned; the tops overlaid with silver in a cup form, with scalloped edges on the broad drip pans, and small, dangling charms. The poles are covered in copper sheaths. These are an interesting form and rare find. PERIOD Late 18th century DATE Circa 1780 DIMENSIONS Width 6. 5 Depth 6. 5 Height 56 inches