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Wick picks

Scope note

Pointed implements used to adjust the wicks of simple lamps; may be in the form of a short length of wire attached to the lamp or a separate wire mounted in a handle of wood or ivory fitted into a matching stand.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000181587

Broader Terms used

<lighting device components>

Equivalent Terms used

wick pick

Created

12yrs ago

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