SUPERIOR EXAMPLE: Early Lighting Stand. Original surface. Published. Ex-Museum



New England, 18th century, 1740-1780. Mixed woods which appear to be maple, cherry, and mahogany with original rich, deep surface and color. Threaded post with adjustable chip-carved rail fitted with original iron candle holders above a scarce medial "table", perhaps to hold extra candles, wick trimmers, etc. All supported by a plinth with tripod raking legs. The carved screw mechanism allowed candles, and medial table, to be raised and lowered to just the right height to optimize precious candle light. In a very high state of originality. The screw mechanism continues to work smoothly. The underside of the medial table is beautifully tooled (see close up photo of its underside). About 32 inches total height. Ex-WADSWORTH ATHENEUM, Hartford (accession number painted on 26.522). PICTURED IN WALLACE NUTTING,1928, plate 1359. Provenance: Private New England collection; Hollis Broderick.



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