LARGE SILVER FOUR-LIGHT CHURCH LAMP Naples, circa 1770 Pyramid-shaped with triple bulge, with repoussé decoration of foliage, foliage scrolls and cherub heads on an amatized ground, the four scrolled light arms:the four diamond-shaped chains connected to the ceiling light. Assayer's hallmark G.B / T and striche The four arms of light have no hallmark, probably added later; pierced for electricity, restorations H.:90 cm (35 ½ in.) Gross weight:4 Kg 500 Origin : Sotheby's Paris sale, November 4, 2015, lot 78 ; Acquired by the current owner. A large four light silver church lamp, Naples, circa 1770

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