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Candlestick

Object Name:
Candlestick
Object ID:
1938.008.14.1
Place of Origin:
Sheffield, England (probably)
Date:
1800-1825
Description:
Candlestick, a.k.a. Chamberstick, said to be part of a set with snuffer (1938.008.14.1-.2). Silver plate with copper base metal. Cup-shaped candleholder on a hollow pedestal that is attached to an oval-shaped dish. Dish is slightly concave and has a rolled rim. Hole in center of pedestal. Adhesive tape on bottom with donor information. Shaped candleholder raised by means of two open semi-circular posts. No maker's mark seen.
Material:
Metal
Silver
Dimensions:
H-4 W-6.25 D-5 inches
Provenance:
From the silver collection of Margaret Jewell.
Credit Line:
Gift of Margaret H. Jewell
Subjects:
Candlesticks, Silver
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