Candlestick

This wooden candlestick comes from Glenkens in Wigtownshire. It dates from the 17th or 18th century.

The candlestick consists of an upright stick stem fixed in on a cruciform base. Attached to the upright is a U-shaped iron collar, which holds a moving, ratcheted arm against it. On the top of the upright are three small nails, serving as a `save-all'.

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Online ID:	000-100-103-556-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 26
Date:	17th - 18th century 17th or 18th century
Material:	Wood; iron U-shaped piece, U-shaped band and socket
Dimensions:	Upright stick 18.00" H; base pieces 12.00" L approx
What:	Candlestick / carle
Subject:	Candleholders (NMAS Classification)
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Where:	Scotland, Wigtownshire, Glenkens
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Description:	Wooden candlestick or carle, consisting of an upright stick standing on a cruciform base, from Glenkens, Wigtownshire, 17th or 18th century
References:	Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland 22 (1887-8), pp 113-5 and fig. 3
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