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Candlestick

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Clear glass candlestick with ornate design. The base has a wide, flat shape with four curved legs, each ending in a decorative foot. The base also features a curved piece with illegible text. The main body of the candlestick is composed of stacked sections: a large, ornate section at the bottom; a middle section with a rounded, ribbed shape; and a top section with a ribbed, cylindrical shape. The top of the candlestick is flat and wide, with a decorative edge. The entire piece is made of clear glass and appears to be ornate and decorative. The artist is Saint-Louis. The title of the piece is Candlestick.

Artwork details

Date:
1830–35
Medium:
Lacy pressed glass
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
431 × 625 px
Museum record:
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