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Candlestick: M.23-1917

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Maker: Unknown

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Description

19th century fake of a 17th century candlestick.
The bulbous holder for the candle is decorated with three amorati in relief; a circular dish to catch the grease has a small rim, the stem has a large knop decorated with three amorati and garlands. The base is similarly decorated with more elaborate details.

Legal notes

Given by Charles Fairfax Murray, Esq

Measurements and weight

Height: 9 in

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1917-06-19) by Murray, Charles Fairfax

Dating

19th Century
1800 - 1899

Components of the work

Base Diameter 4 in

Materials used in production

gilt Copper

Identification numbers

Accession number: M.23-1917
Primary reference Number: 201707
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Audit data

Created: Wednesday 3 June 2015 Updated: Thursday 20 May 2021 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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