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Candlestand
Spanish
16th century
Medium/Technique
Wrought iron
Dimensions
Legacy dimension: H. 1.57
Credit Line
Maria Antoinette Evans Fund
Accession Number29.1127
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsMetalwork
Tools and equipment – Lighting devices
Tools and equipment – Lighting devices
DescriptionWrought iron. Baluster standard with knot on tripod base supporting by brackets a holder composed of two tooth-edged rings of unequal sizes. Lower ring has five small candle sockets; upper ring, ornamented with applied rosettes, is surmounted by a large candle socket with 3 finials (one broken). On one side of socket is shield with a hand.
ProvenanceBought by the MFA for $1000. (Accession Date: December 5, 1929)