Candleholder

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This iron candleholder was made in England in the 18th century.

Iron candlestick consisting of a twisted upright which bifurcates at the top, from England, 18th century

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.

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• Online ID: 000-100-102-243-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.MGF 12
• Date: 18th century
  
• Material: Iron
  
• Dimensions: 8.20" H; sockets 1.25" D, 0.70" D; tray 5.60" L x 3.20" W
  
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• Subject: Foreign lighting objects (NMAS Classification)
  
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• Where: ENGLAND
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