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

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