Candle and splint holder

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This combined candle holder and splint holder dates from the 18th century. It comes from England and is made of wrought iron.

The holder has a twisted stem, the end of which is hooked over for carrying. The stem is riveted to a base which is turned up at the edges to serve as a drip tray. The base has three feet.

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• Online ID: 000-100-103-546-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.MGF 11
• Date: 18th century
  
• Material: Iron
  Candlestick
  
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• What: Candlestick
  
• Subject: Foreign lighting objects (NMAS Classification)
  
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• Where: ENGLAND
  
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• Description: Iron candlestick, from England, 18th century
  
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