A pair of Derby bocage candlestick figures
circa 1770
the gentleman playing the flute with a dog at his feet, his female companion holding a flower aloft with a sheep at her feet, on raised scrolling gilt and puce base, unmarked, 23cm high (losses to bocage)

Condition Report
Crack to the reverse of the male figure. Both candleholders have been re-attached and petal sections below are also restored. Male figure's fluted and hands are restored. General losses to bocage.

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