Candlestick
England
1760-1780
Measurements
9-5/8 in x 4 in x 4 in
Materials
Brass
Credit Line
Historic Odessa Foundation
Accession Number
1960.344
Condition Notes
A small section of the bottom-most molding is missing in the base. A vertical seam in the shaft has opened slightly at the top.
Provenance
The candlestick was purchased from Philip Bradley Antiques in Downingtown, Pennsylvania.
Comments
The candlestick conforms in general to styles of the 1750s and later, but this example lacks the clear definition so typical of Birmingham work, which set the standard. In addition, the candle socket lacks a mid-rib, and the drip pan simply angles upward with no further shaping. The shaft stands on a multiple-stepped square base, which represents another departure from Birmingham work. The shaft was cast in halves.
England had a highly developed brass industry in the 18th century and is the logical place of origin for this candlestick, although further research may reveal other places of manufacture in Europe or perhaps the United States.
