Candleholder

This iron candleholder from Galloway dates from the late 18th century.

The adjustable candleholder consists of an iron rod standing on tripod legs. At the top of the rod is a drip pan with a candle socket and a three-pronged holder.

Candles were made from wax or tallow - mutton fat or pig fat, or less commonly, beef fat.

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Online ID:	000-100-102-292-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.MGI 77
Date:	Late 18th century
Material:	Iron
Dimensions:	27.00" L; 1st rod 22.00" L; holders 1.50", 1.80"; pan 4.00" D
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Subject:	Candleholders (NMAS Classification)
Who:
Where:	Galloway Scotland, Galloway
Event:
Description:	Iron candleholder, consisting of an iron rod standing on tripod legs, from Galloway, late 18th century
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