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Candlestick

Christian Dorflinger

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a clear candlestick made of crystal. The candlestick has a round base with a scalloped edge. The base is connected to a short, faceted stem that tapers upward. Above the stem is a faceted, elongated section with a wider top and bottom. This section is followed by a short, rounded section and then a flat, square top. The background is gray and white. The candlestick is by Christian Dorflinger.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1852–60
Medium:
Blown glass
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
433 × 625 px
Museum record:
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