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CANDELABRA, ONE OF FOUR

Creator(s): Unknown

On view in: Pavilion


About this object

The style is Neo-classic. The base is in rock crystal and is urn-shaped. The core stem is like a notched sword. The overall design has four tiers becoming smaller toward the top. The lowest consists of six angular candle arms ending in big plain scrolls, the second and third tiers are circles with large tear drops. The top tier consists of small metal sprays supporting beads and tear drops. Smaller elements are arched gilt "ropes" and greek key motif in low relief around the shoulder of the urn.

Object name:
CANDELABRA, ONE OF FOUR
Made from:
Gilt bronze -- rock crystal
Made in:
USA
Date made:
ca. 1956
Size:
109.2 cm (43 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
14.124.1
Class:
METAL
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973