Name/Title
Silver plated candlestick holders with clear glass shades of Capt. Fred. J. Hunt, late 19th centuryEntry/Object ID
1993.16.4Description
Acc. No. 93.16.4 a. & b.
Subject Category: Household, utilitarian
Date or Period: C. late 19th century
Object: Candlesticks, pair
Description: Pair of chamber style silver plated (on brass) candlestick holders with clear glass shades. On the base of each original shade is attached a brass flange that rests in a circular frame which is attached to a drip style base pan. In turn, the circular candlestick base has an attached thumb & finger grip handle, piereed, that has one removable candle snuffer. No silver hallmark or manufacture identification number, etc. They appear to be English in origin.
History of Object:
Candlesticks from the sailing vessel of Capt. Fred. J. Hunt. They were brought to 1816 Lafayette Street, a home he purchased in 1896, following his retirement.
Acquired from:
Marjorie Hunt
Date: 7-24-1993
