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George III Rush Nip

18th century
Sold 8 September 2024 · Sturmans Antiques
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Description

A George III period hand forged iron rush nip with candle holder in superb condition c.1750. Tripod foot with small pads to the feet ends, simple column above. Scissor action nip to the top for holding the piece of rush, candle holder to the side with dished sconce and diamond shaped hole to the candle holder for pricking out the dead wax. Presented in excellent condition with an original patina. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 6" x 6" at the foot x 10" high to the top of the nip x 8" to candle holder.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £8.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George III Rush Nip to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1087665
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 39916
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Description
A George III period hand forged iron rush nip with candle holder in superb condition c.1750. Tripod foot with small pads to the feet ends, simple column above.
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Scissor action nip to the top for holding the piece of rush, candle holder to the side with dished sconce and diamond shaped hole to the candle holder for pricking out the dead wax.
Sturmans Antiques

Presented in excellent condition with an original patina. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 6" x 6" at the foot x 10" high to the top of the nip x 8" to candle holder.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £8.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George III Rush Nip to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1087665
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 39916
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Trade Associations

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A dark hand-forged iron George III rush nip with a tripod base, spring pincer mechanism, and an integrated candle socket holding a small white candle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A dark hand-forged iron George III rush nip with a tripod base, spring pincer mechanism, and an integrated candle socket holding a small white candle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Rush Nip

Archive II A dark hand-forged iron George III rush nip with a tripod base, spring pincer mechanism, and an integrated candle socket holding a small white candle. View II
Archive III A dark hand-forged iron George III rush nip with a tripod base, spring pincer mechanism, and an integrated candle socket holding a small white candle. View III
Archive IV A dark hand-forged iron George III rush nip with a tripod base, spring pincer mechanism, and an integrated candle socket holding a small white candle. View IV
Archive V A dark hand-forged iron George III rush nip with a tripod base, spring pincer mechanism, and an integrated candle socket holding a small white candle. View V
Archive VI A dark hand-forged iron George III rush nip with a tripod base, spring pincer mechanism, and an integrated candle socket holding a small white candle. View VI
Archive VII A dark hand-forged iron George III rush nip with a tripod base, spring pincer mechanism, and an integrated candle socket holding a small white candle. View VII
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Sturmans Antiques
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Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QW
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Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 180
Items Sold 10,946
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A dark hand-forged iron George III rush nip with a tripod base, spring pincer mechanism, and an integrated candle socket holding a small white candle.
George III Rush Nip
Ref: SA1087665
A dark hand-forged iron George III rush nip with a tripod base, spring pincer mechanism, and an integrated candle socket holding a small white candle.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectLighting
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWrought iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTripod base, Spring pincer mechanism, Candle socket with drip pan, Hand-forged finish
  • SizeH 25.5 cm (10 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Preserve antique ironwork by keeping it in a stable, dry environment free from high humidity, and occasionally treat the surface with a microcrystalline wax to protect against rust while maintaining its historic patina.

This sculptural iron object can be displayed on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table to add historical texture and a sense of layered antiquity to minimalist or rustic interior schemes.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-hammered tool marks, uneven surfaces consistent with early blacksmithing techniques, organic wear patterns, and a stable tripod or heavy base with period-appropriate oxidisation.

These pieces were typically hand-forged by local blacksmiths from wrought iron, often featuring a spring-action pincer mechanism counterweighted to hold the rush securely alongside a socket for a tallow candle.

A rush nip is a historical domestic lighting device from the 18th century designed to hold dried rushes dipped in animal fat, which served as an inexpensive source of illumination for rural households.
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