45/1999

Collection

Metalwork

Brief description

'Copper Bullet' candlestick made from cast copper, retailed by The Conran Shop, London, in 1998.

Object name

candlestick
candlestick

Object number

45/1999

Production organisation

The Conran Shop (retailer)

Production date

1998 (retailed)

Production place

India (manufactured)
London (retailed)

Period

Twentieth century (1900-1999)

Material

copper
silver

Technique

cast

Physical description

Candlestick,'Copper Bullet', made of cast copper with a dull, brown brushed finish. It is hollow and shaped like the head of a bullet. The top houses an 'Indian Silver' candle holder, part of which is visible and looks like a silver lip. The piece was probably made in India, and sold by the Conran Shop in 1998.

Dimensions

Diameter: 10cm
Diameter: 2.5cm
Height: 18.5cm

Website keywords

Decoration and furnishings
ornaments
Lighting
candle and rush lighting

Label

Caption for Exploring 20th Century London website:
This candlestick, called 'Bullet', is made from cast bronze, which has a dull, brushed finish. It was probably made in India, and was bought from the Marylebone High Street Conran Shop in 1998.