Candlestick

Germany

1830-40

  • Titles Candlestick (Descriptive)
  • Medium cast iron
  • Dimensions 7 3/16 × 3 7/8 × 3 7/8 in. (18.3 × 9.8 × 9.8 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of American Cast Iron Pipe Company, 1986.282
  • Work Type candlestick
  • Classification Furnishings and Equipment

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On a rectangular base the clock case is in the form of war trophies including helmets, swords, and a shield, the finial is in the shape of a helmet surmounted by a bird-like creature with outstretched wings; the clock is set in a gilt-bronze mount. Originally a pocket watch holder with the clock a later addition.
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Small creamware teapot with globular body, curved spout and scroll handle, overall molded to resemble a cauliflower with green-glazed stylized leaves covering the lower part, the upper part and flat, conforming cover glazed white to resemble cauliflower florets, the handle likewise glazed green.