The Butler Hoard - 1st July 2025
Lot 52
A 'STABLE' OR 'BIRDCAGE' IRON CANDLESTICK
Estimate £150 - £200
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Description
A 'STABLE' OR 'BIRDCAGE' IRON CANDLESTICK
NORTH WEST EUROPE, C.1800
of typical form, the stem of six struts (one twist-work), topped by a pierced disc with elongated downswept hook, the adjustable candle-holder on a circular pierced disc with integral loop handle, a shaped drip-pan with a raised edge, on a pine turned and waisted circular base, with a tallow candle
21.6cm high
Literature
See P. A. Bolley, 'Das Beleuchtungswesen', pl. 12, for variations on this style of candlestick.