Candlestick

Object/Artifact

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Historic Hudson Valley

Name/Title

Candlestick

Entry/Object ID

MP.94.456 a-c

Description

Silverplated copper chamberstick; base plate is circular with a gadrooning center. The socket would normally be held up by two legs; the socket also has a bobeche to collect wax. Handle has a P-shape and a flat top.

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown

Attribution

Maker

Other Names and Numbers

Other Numbers

MP.94.456 ABC
MP.94.456 A-C
MP.94.456a-c

Dimensions

Dimension Description

If it were intact

Height

4-3/4 in

Diameter

7-1/2 in

Dimension Notes

Display Dimensions: 4 3/4 x 7 1/2 in. (12.1 x 19.1 cm)

Material

Copper Silver-plated

Condition

Notes

Remarks: Details of condition: One leg has broken off from the base plate and socket; that is why there are three pieces: base plate, socket, leg. Much of the silverplate is gone, revealing the copper. There is green corrosion on the bottom of the base plate and on part of the socket.

General Notes

Note Type

General Note

Note

Broken

Note Type

StorageNote

Note

Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Montgomery Place, Maple Bedroom