25/1997

Collection

Metalwork

Brief description

Brass petal base candlestick with a push-up ejector, knops on the stem, an angular base and a concave drip tray, made in England c.1800.

Object name

candlestick

Object number

25/1997

Location

On Display

Production date

c.1760-1810 (manufactured)

Production place

England (manufactured)

Period

Georgian (1714-1837)

Material

brass

Technique

cast
turned

Physical description

This brass candlestick has a squared angular base, the corners of which are flattened and pinched outwards to create the petal base. It has a knopped stem, the top knop with lobes reflecting the shape of the base. The drip tray is shaped with six notched lobes to conform with the petal shape of the base. The candlestick has a push-up ejector. There are a series of markings in the base which were made during the casting.

Dimensions

Height: 23cm
Diameter: 11.7cm

Website keywords

candle and rush lighting

Label

Label text, Geffrye Museum, date unknown:
Brass Candlestick, c.1740-70.