CANDLESTICK

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

At the top is a vase shaped section supported on a baluster shaped piece. This and four branches to hold candles spring from a flat section. Below this is another baluster section resting on a circular base in several sections. This is supported by three claw feet with ornamental shield-like sections where they are attached to the base. From various sections there once hung crystal drops.

Object name:

CANDLESTICK

Made from:

Silver

Made in:

Peru

Date made:

19th c.

Size:

59.1 cm (23 1/4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

12.100.2

Class:

SILVER

Signature marks:

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973