Candlestand, 1750-1800

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Artifact Overview

At a time when candles provided most household light, people used stands to hold candlesticks. These small portable tables could be moved easily for use in any room. And when not in use the top could be tilted up and the stand stored along a wall.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Candlestand (Furniture)

Date Made

1750-1800

Creator Notes

Attributed to a Newport, Rhode Island maker

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.136.233

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.

Material

Mahogany (Wood)
Maple (Wood)

Dimensions

Height: 29.75 in
Diameter: 18.625 in

Candlestand, 1750-1800