ECS-S.51-2014
Parts
Object number
ECS-S.51-2014
Object type
Identification
Title
Chapman Candelabrum
Title Type
assigned by cataloguer
Description
Three branched candelabrum
Other number
51
Description
Dimensions
height (actual size): 673mm
Inscription
Lettering within a cartouche on the base: 'TO / The Rev.d Jas. Chapman / many Years Assistant Tutor / at ETON COLLEGE / This Candelabrum is Presented / as a Memorial of their Gratitude / and a proof of their Affection / by Thirty Eight of his Pupils. / 1836'
Inscription description
Leopards head
Lion passant
Duty mark
Date mark: 1836-1837
Maker's mark: Barnards
Lion passant
Duty mark
Date mark: 1836-1837
Maker's mark: Barnards
Material
silver
Physical description
Large, cast, with three branches and ornate rococo revival decoration of flowers, scrolls, shells and foliage. Spreading foot with three lions in high relief and three scrolled feet.
Production
Organisation
Barnards (Silversmith)
Date
1836
History and association
Object history note
Given to the Rev James Chapman. See also the Chapman soup tureen no. 44
References
• Jones, E. Alfred, The Plate of Eton College, The London Saint Catherine Press, 1938 (p.36)
