A pair of George IV gilt bronze and cut glass three light cut glass sunburst and mask head lustre candelabra In the manner of Apsley Pellatt The foliate and spiral twist multi scrolling arms supporting leaf cut bud-shaped candle nozzles with dished diamond cut dished drip pans, all issuing from guilloche banded open frame girdles on leafy tendril scrolling supports, and surmounted by grotesque mask and laurel wreath starburst finials, the scrolling leaf and waisted moulded fluted lower supports on anthemion cast circular bases raised on tripartite scrolling paw feet, each finial applied with faceted prism drops, the drip pans and central girdles hung with short faceted square beaded pendant drops, 52cm high (2) Footnotes: The renowned glass manufacturer Apsley Pellatt (1791-1863) was a leading figure in early 19th century British glassmaking, operating the Falcon Glass Works in London under the name Apsley Pellatt & Co. Although he introduced notable innovations, such as a patented technique for embedding ceramic designs within glass, Pellatt became best known for the refinement and beauty of his creations rather than his technical advances alone. His workshop gained particular acclaim for producing fine candelabra and chandeliers, alongside other luxury glassware, all celebrated for their craftsmanship and rich decorative style. He also recorded his knowledge in Curiosities of Glass Making (1849), beginning his career during the Regency period, establishing his reputation in the reign of George IV, and continuing his work through the reigns of William IV and into the Victorian era. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TP TP For auctions held in Scotland: Please refer to the catalogue and/or after-sale information or contact Edinburgh@Bonhams.com for more information. For all other auctions: Lots will be moved to an offsite storage location (The Packengers, Unit 9, Abbey Mead Industrial Park, Brooker Road, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1HU, England, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue and/or after-sale information, sent out to all buyers post-sale. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 10 calendar days from the auction date. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing