Candlestand

Date1770-1790

MediumMaple

DimensionsOH: 25 1/2"; OW: 21"; OD(top): 16 1/2"

Credit LineGift of the John D. Rockefeller, 3rd, Fund, Inc., through the generosity and interest of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, 3rd, and members of the family.

Object number1979-268

DescriptionCurly maple candlestand with round top with molded edge; turned pedestal with tapered column over an urn; three cabriole legs with pad feet.

Construction: The top is screwed to a block at the top of the pillar; the pillar is tenoned to the block; the legs are in sliding dovetails and supported by a metal spider.