National Museum of American History
Candlestick
17th century
This turned brass candlestick and its mate 1991.0664.0960 are decorated with a series of incised rings and knobs along the stems. The bottom portion has a grease tray or drip pan for catching tallow drippings. The holes on the sides sometimes referred to as economy window or candle window were used to help remove candle stubs.
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