Candlestick
CultureChinese
DateMing dynasty (1368-1644)
MediumPewter inlaid with brass
DimensionsOverall: 15 1/4 × 5 3/4 × 5 3/4 inches (38.74 × 14.61 × 14.61 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number33-1460/1
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DescriptionTapering shaft with square bowl just below center, smaller one forming bobeche. Pricket for candle. Annealed design of flowers and leaves in brass.
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