Five Light Candelabrum Appraisal

Five-Light Silver-Plated Candelabrum

This is a five-light silver-plated candelabrum featuring a central candle nozzle and four curved, spreading arms that terminate in matching candle cups. The piece is constructed with a circular, weighted base decorated with a beaded or gadrooned rim edge. The central tapering column features simple turned knops leading to a detachable branch section. The arms exhibit a graceful, sweeping scroll design, typical of Neo-Classical or Mid-Century traditional styles. Based on the visible surface wear and oxidation, the item appears to be mid-20th-century silver plate rather than solid sterling silver. There is significant tarnishing and areas where the silver plating may be thinning (pitting or 'bleeding'), particularly along the central stem and within the cups. No maker's mark is immediately legible from the primary image, though such pieces often carry marks like 'EPC' (Electroplated Copper) or 'Leonard' on the underside. The construction is modular, allowing the top branch section to be removed to convert the piece into a single candlestick. The overall condition shows signs of moderate use and environmental exposure, requiring professional polishing to restore its luster.