Candlestand, 1740-1770
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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
1740-1770
Place of Creation
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Fully Furnished
Object ID
62.147.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Mahogany (Wood)
Color
Brown
Dimensions
Height: 27.75 in
Diameter: 18.625 in
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