Benedict Proctor Silver Company Hexagonal Candlesticks, Pair

Story

Crafted in Ontario during the interwar period, these candlesticks brought affordable Art Deco elegance to middle-class Canadian dining tables. Their geometric design reflected a global obsession with modernism and machine-age symmetry.

Maker / Origin

The Benedict-Proctor Manufacturing Company was established in Trenton, Ontario, as a subsidiary of the American Benedict Manufacturing Company of Syracuse, New York. Active in the early to mid-20th century, they became highly regarded for their silver-plated holloware, hotelware, and metal decorative arts, blending American industrial efficiency with Canadian craftsmanship.

Condition & Value

The candlesticks exhibit heavy surface tarnish, minor scuffs, and wax residue in the cups. There is some visible wear to the plating, particularly along the sharp hexagonal edges, which is common for pieces of this age. Gentle polishing would greatly improve their appearance, though some collectors prefer the aged patina.