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Candlestick

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of two candlesticks. The candlesticks have a wide round base, a short cylindrical body with etched designs around it, and a wide base. The body features etched rectangles on the front and back with raised figurines. The candlesticks are topped with a metal piece that holds crystal drops and a crystal piece on top with scalloped edges. The candlesticks are standing upright on a white surface. The background is white. The title of the piece is Candlestick and the artist is unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
1800–1830
Medium:
Metal, earthenware, glass
Culture:
British
Dimensions:
476 × 625 px
Museum record:
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