Description A set of four George III sterling silver weighted candlesticks John Carter II, London, 1774In the Greek Revival style, decorated with rams` heads and laurel swags, monogrammed, "ASL." (4).(H: 11 1/2 in. W: 5 in. D: 5 in.)ProvenanceBy descent in the Scott-Wheeler family. NoteFor a similar example, see the collection at Mount Vernon, Virginia, W-2521/A-D. All with moderate to heavy small dings, especially to bases, and other surface irregularities; light to moderate surface scratches and wear. One candlestick with losses to weighted core, the silver base with a sunken appearance, one hole/crack, heavier wear and dents. All the bobeches and candleholders with irregular wear, bent out of shape. Some candlewax present to drip pans, some silver polish residue to crevices. Two bobeches easily removing, the other two apparently stuck. Each candlestick marked to base, some marks rubbed; the two removable bobeches partially marked.