Unknown
Pair of Candleholders, early 20th century
Gilded iron , 14.6 cm (5 3/4 in.)
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This pair of gilded iron candleholders is of unknown origin. The pair is identical, except for a leaf missing on the base of one of these candlesticks. Each candlestick has two arms that extend outward and upward from the leaf motif on the horizontal base. The arms are decorated with flowers and balls, and end with floral petals at each end where a candle would be inserted. There are spots throughout the candlesticks where flecks of gilding are missing.
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Commentary
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