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Candlesticks

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1790

GUSN

GUSN-55771

Description

Pair of silver candlesticks with oval domed base. Elongated vase form shaft with shield and stylized leaf motif. Candle cup in vase form. Flat bobeche with raised beaded edge; not marked.

Details

Descriptive Terms

candlesticks
silver (metal)
Candleholder
Candlestick
Candlestick

Associated Person

Josselyn, Mercy W., 1831-1907

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

11 (H), 6 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Mabel L. Josselyn

Accession Number

1966.505AB

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