Candle holder rat of the cellar

Antique hand candlestick "Rat de cave" in silver-plated metal - 18th century style. Description: Charming hand candlestick (martinet) in classic style with net decorations and baluster shaft. Beautifully made, heavy silver-plated brass (late 19th / early 20th century). Condition: very good overall with a superb shiny patina. Note that there is some wear to the silvering underneath the cup revealing the yellow brass, as well as a small mark of corrosion in the cup (see photo), which attests to its authenticity and history. Ideal for charming table decoration, a curiosity cabinet atmosphere, or a country house.