M 312

Collection

Metalwork

Brief description

Brass candle lamp with a bronze finish and a triangular base with three crane-like birds supporting a candle holder with a replica glass shade, thought to have been manufactured by G.A. Glick in England c.1800-1815.

Object name

candle lamp

Object number

M 312

Location

On Display

Production person

G.A. Glick (manufacturer)

Production date

c.1800-1815 (manufactured)

Production place

England (manufactured)

Period

Georgian (1714-1837)

Material

bronze
glass
brass

Technique

cast
blown
chased
bronzed

Physical description

This brass candle lamp has a bronze finish, and a triangular base with concave sides with three crane-like creatures supporting a basket of fruit. Above the basket is a ventilated candle holder with a storm shade. The holes underneath the candle holder are designed to ventilate the lamp. The candle lamp has a replica blown glass shade.

Dimensions

Height: 19.2cm
Height: 37cm
Diameter: 12.3cm

Website keywords

candle and rush lighting