EARLY TIN SCONCE -18th CENTURY
A good looking 18th century tin sconce featuring a paneled reflector, crimped drip pan and a punched heart in the center. From the Robert E. Putney collection. (ACDE)
Dimensions: Reflector 9 1/4" Dia., Overall Height 12 3/4"
List Price: $525
PAIR TIN SCONCES 1780-1810
A pair of tin sconces with a unique design, punched hole and a line embossed back folding into a crimped base. (ATKE)
Dimension: 10 3/4”H
List Price: $625
Wall-Hanging Candle Box
An exceptional wall hanging candle box in original red paint. The box is in wonderful condition, the clasp is complete and I don't find any repairs. The box is 137/8" long and the diameter is 41/2".(CEE)
List Price: $600
Wrought Iron Shield Base Candlestick 19th Century
A most unique wrought iron candlestick. The base is in the shape of a shield and the three legs support the candle socket. Avery graceful configuration. (DKETE)
Dimension: 9" Height
List Price: $695
UNUSUAL CHAMBER STICK WITH SNUFFER
A nicely made unique chamber stick with arm for carrying which also houses the snuffer.
9 3/4"L x 5 1/2"H, snuffer 2 7/8"H (LLTK)
List Price: $325
TRAMMEL (1740-1800) WITH GREASE LAMP(1700-1730)
Trammels of this size were used for smaller utensils such as grease or pan lamps, candle holders, cruises and small tea kettles. This is a well used trammel that is in great condition. The adjustable length is 27 1/2" to 40". (LETA)
This pan or grease lamp is extremely well made with the twist on the arm and the one piece construction. The pan lamp or grease lamp was filled with grease or oil and in order to use this lamp a hempen or vegetable fibre wick was inserted through a central hole in a small disc of cork or wood. The shallow pan was then filled with oil and the wick would float freely in the pan. The pan was then suspended from nail or trammel.
List Price: Trammel $395(LETA), Grease Lamp: $195(DOE), Both Items: $550
PIERCED 19th CENTURY TIN LANTERN- CATHEDRAL WINDOW DESIGN
A pierced tin lantern with a unique cathedral window design. The punched holes limited the light but shielded the light from winds and drafts. In addition these “barn” lanterns were in a hay- strewn barn.Note the 3 windows and the tabbed candle holder.(TLLK)
Dimensions: 14 1/2”H, 5 1/2”DIA.
SOLD
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WI HANGING CANDLE HOLDER with RUSH HOLDER- 18th CENTURY
An interesting well made 18th century wrought iron hanging candle holder with a rush light holder. Note the twisted shaft and the rat tail hanger. Excellent condition.
Dimensions: Length 29", Width 3"
List Price:$600
*CANDLE/RUSH LIGHT FINISHED BY A WHITESMITH 18th c.
Whitesmithing developed as a speciality of blacksmithing in the 1700s, when extra time was given to filing and polishing certain products.
As you can see this particular candle stand was finished by a whitesmith were his manual skills in filing, turning and polishing produced a smooth finish. Note that the candle can rotate 360 degrees. Note also the overall design and the outstanding condition of the candle stand which reflects the expertise of the maker. (KODK)
Dimensions: 19"H
List Price: $875
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WALNUT CANDLE BOX 19th CENTURY
A beautiful 19th century hand dovetailed walnut candle box with a raised panel sliding lid. The box has two compartments inside, each measuring 9" x 7 1/2". The candle box is in excellent condition with no loss on the sliding lid or track, no cracks , chips or repairs.(LKST)
Dimensions: 19 1/8"L x 81/2"W x 4 3/4"H
List Price: $425
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VERY RARE ARTICULATING HAND FORGED WALL MOUNTED LIGHTING DEVICE
Elbow jointed extension holders were mounted to work benches, chairs, walls, posts, mantles and gave the owner maximum flexibility in using the light from a single candle. As a result, the design of such lights was varied. While some used clamps to attach the light, this design used a mantle, pole, wall etc. This design permit height, rotation and extension adjustments. A great example of human creativity. Found in the attic an 18th century home in Ipswich, Mass. (BEEDET)
Dimensions: 36 1/2" Height of Rod, Candle Extends to 16"
SOLD
BETTY LAMP SIGNED BOKAR CA:1790
From the Nelson Haje collection. This signed Bokar Betty Lamp ca:1790 has the important wick support, a nicely designed hook and a well made pic. The lamp is all original with hinged lid. The lamp is in excellent condition.(ATSH)
Dimensions: 37/8"L x 23/4"W
List Price: $575
