Candlestick

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This brass candlestick dates from around 1770.

The candlestick has an 'architectural' stem (a stem which draws inspiration from contemporary neoclassical architectural styles), a hexagonal oval base and a pear-shaped socket with no drip pan.

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• Online ID: 000-100-103-569-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.MGI 68
• Date: About 1770
  Around 1770
  
• Material: Brass
  
• Dimensions: 7.10" H; base 4.20" x 3.20"
  
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• Subject: Candleholders (NMAS Classification)
  
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• Description: Brass candlestick with a hexagonal oval base, architectural stem and pear-shaped socket, about 1770
  
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