Candlestick

Object Name:

Candlestick

Object ID:

1960.016 b

Description:

Candlestick, wrought iron, one of a pair. Three ogee-shaped legs that meet at central point. Central shaft peened over leg assembly; one is bent inward and does not rest flat. Above legs is a roughly round plate with a series of raised scallops around edge. Above plate is small arm that protrudes outward then turns upward to cylinder. Above base the central shaft (roughly square) is twisted with a S-twist (as opposed to a Z-twist). Upper column terminates in spike. At bottom edge of spike are two horizontal arms that extend upward and inward, then flare outward at top. Below those arms are two horizontal arms that extend outward then upward and terminate in two almost-slotted cylinders. At center of vertical shaft is square cross-section decoration with diamond-shaped edges. In vertical shaft are some light grooves that follow up center of each face.

Material:

Metal
Iron

Dimensions:

H-15.3 inches