Chamberstick
England
1830-1900
Measurements
4 in (without electrification) x 6-5/8 in x 5-3/8 in (dia)
Materials
Brass and iron
Credit Line
Historic Odessa Foundation, bequest of H. Rodney Sharp
Accession Number
1968.899
Condition Notes
The pan has worn through on the bottom where it contacts a flat surface. The pan is dented. The chamberstick has been electrified, using the opening for the missing side ejector as a wire access. The brass is tarnished.
Provenance
Ex coll. H. Rodney Sharp
Comments
The cylindrical shaft is seamed on the side with the side ejector opening. It has rings scored into it in clusters of two on each side of a group of four ribs. A separate piece of sheet brass forms the drip pan at the top. The cast handle attaches to the pan with two brass rivets. An iron washer helps secure the candle shaft to the pan.
An iron core or wire surrounds the pan where the sides roll at the top.
This chamberstick is the same as a pair with the same provenance, accession no. 1959.3737.
