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Torch holder
Italic, Etruscan
Classical Period
5th century B.C.
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Length: 42.2 cm (16 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Henry Lillie Pierce Fund
Accession Number99.496
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsTools and equipment – Lighting devices
Catalogue Raisonné
Greek, Etruscan, & Roman Bronzes (MFA), no. 608; Sculpture in Stone and Bronze (MFA), p. 126 (additional published references).
DescriptionThe shaft of the torch holder ends in a ring from which radiate six large and one small curved prongs; another is missing. A ring is attached to the small prong extending along the shaft. One prong is missing and the tips of two are broken. Green patina, somewhat crusty.
ProvenanceBy 1899: with Edward Perry Warren; purchased by MFA from Edward Perry Warren, 1899, for $ 32,500.00 (this is the total price for MFA 99.338-99.542)