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1965.9.54

Socketed candlestick of brass. [MOBB [OPS move] 6/1/2017]

1965.9.54

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Collection type
Object
Description
Socketed candlestick of brass. [MOBB [OPS move] 6/1/2017]
Long description
Socketed candlestick of brass. Round candlestick with expanding sconce or drip pan on a balustered capital and column. The base is expanded and hollow. A metal rod runs inside the column and is held in place by a piece of cork and is used to raise the candle. Portion of a wax candle is present inside the socket. [MOBB [OPS move] 6/1/2017]
Cultural groups
English
Date / Period
Date made: 1750-1850
Date collected
By September 1965
Acquisition information
Bequeathed: 1965
Materials and processes
Material Brass Metal, Material Cork Plant, Material Wax, Material String, Process Socketed, Process Cast
Dimensions
Diameter: max 107 mm, Height: max 220 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1965.9.54

Search terms: Lighting, Candlestick

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