Candleholder

This iron candleholder was found at Lochmaben Castle in Dumfriesshire. It dates from the 16th or 17th century.

The candleholder has a twisted stem riveted to a tripod stand.

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:	000-100-102-266-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 10
Date:	16th or 17th century
Material:	Iron
Dimensions:	9.70" H; stem 8.75" H; feet 3.50" L approx
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Subject:	Candleholders (NMAS Classification)
Who:
Where:	Scotland, Dumfriesshire, Lochmaben Castle Scotland, Dumfriesshire, Lochmaben Castle
Event:
Description:	Iron candleholder with a twisted stem, riveted to a tripod stand, from Lochmaben Castle, Dumfriesshire, 16th or 17th century
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