RecordCandleholderfrom Upper Mulben, Moray
CandleholderThis wooden candleholder is from Upper Mulben in Moray. It dates from the 18th century. The candleholder has a baluster stem inserted into a moulded base. It is thought the candle was introduced to Britain by the Romans. From then until the second quarter of the 19th century, it remained the most widely used form of artificial light. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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