A collection of six solid brass wall sconces from King's College Chapel

each issuing two scrolling candle arms, (6), 27cm wide, 32cm deep, 28cm high, Between 1964 and 1968, King's College Chapel, Cambridge, underwent a significant remodelling of its east end to allow for the installation of The Adoration of the Magi by Rubens (1577-1640). Undertaken by the acclaimed architect Sir Martyn Beckett Bt. (1918-2001), the controversial renovation saw the removal of several layers of historic woodwork, masonry and liturgical fittings. A number of these furnishings - including the present lot - were possibly designed by George Gilbert Scott Jr. (1839-1897) and subsequently dispersed following the renovation. The present lot featured on BBC's Antiques Roadshow at Audley End House on 2nd July 2017, having previously been acquired by the vendor from Willingham Auctions, Saffron Walden, approximately 20 years ago. Further research has established a clear connection with King's College Chapel, supported by a photograph in the King's College Archives which appears to depict the sconces in situ, catalogued as follows: 'Photograph mounted on a display board. Shows the Chapel east end including some stalls and part of the ceiling and windows. Probably taken from the organ loft. Furnishings include the Detmar Blow reredos without statues in the niches and the Hacomblen lectern.' (KCC/74). The lot includes a King's College Library headed note, signed by archivist Elizabeth Ennion, stating: 'I am pleased to enclose a copy of part of KCC/74'. It is accompanied by a glass lantern slide depicting the Chapel and a scanned photograph of the east end (which may not correspond exactly to KCC/74). There also includes written provenance documenting the sconces' appearance on Antiques Roadshow. A pair of large brass candlesticks from King's College, designed by George Gilbert Scott Jr. and removed from the Chapel in 1964 following Beckett's remodelling, realised £48,000 at Bonhams, New Bond Street, 'The Gentleman's Library Furnishings, Science, Curiosities and Eccentricties', 29 January 2007, lot 446. Condition Report, Condition Report, This lot does not have a condition report, if you would like further information, please click the 'Request A Condition Report’ button below. Request A Condition Report, Request A Condition Report

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