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18thc " Manx" Burr Oak/elm Candle Stand Complete with Manx Shoes
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18thc " Manx" Burr Oak/elm Candle Stand Complete with Manx Shoes

18th century
Sold 14 December 2024 · Mike Melody Antiques
This “18thc " Manx" Burr Oak/elm Candle Stand Complete with Manx Shoes” found a buyer.

It was listed by Mike Melody Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

A rarity@!

A superb 18thc burr elm / elm candlestand in completely original condition and displaying a wonderful colour and patina after 1 waxing .

These "manx" tables are so called because of the manx national flag featuring the three legs of mann.

The table has the shoes carved out of single pieces of wood on the legs.

The duke of atholl who at one stage ,owned the island had a few of these tables made in the 18thcentury out of native scottish woods for himself at blair atholl and his residence on the island.

C1740

In pristine original condition

No repairs or faults

A great opportunity to acquire a rarity at a realistic price.

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Antique Burr Oak Candle Stand to the 18th Century.

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Description
A rarity@!

A superb 18thc burr elm / elm candlestand in completely original condition and displaying a wonderful colour and patina after 1 waxing .

“
These "manx" tables are so called because of the manx national flag featuring the three legs of mann.
Mike Melody Antiques
fig 1. An 18th-century wooden tripod candle stand featuring a scalloped burr oak top, a turned pillar stem, and pad feet.
fig 1. 18thc " Manx" Burr Oak/elm Candle Stand Complete with Manx Shoes

The table has the shoes carved out of single pieces of wood on the legs.

The duke of atholl who at one stage ,owned the island had a few of these tables made in the 18thcentury out of native scottish woods for himself at blair atholl and his residence on the island.

fig 2. An 18th-century wooden tripod candle stand featuring a scalloped burr oak top, a turned pillar stem, and pad feet.
fig 2. 18thc " Manx" Burr Oak/elm Candle Stand Complete with Manx Shoes

C1740

In pristine original condition

No repairs or faults

A great opportunity to acquire a rarity at a realistic price.

UK delivery included

I.o.m £50 extra

Export please ask

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Date of Manufacture

Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Antique Burr Oak Candle Stand to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1113489
Mike Melody Antiques
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Combined 85 years of buying and selling quality antiques and still loving it.

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Archive I An 18th-century wooden tripod candle stand featuring a scalloped burr oak top, a turned pillar stem, and pad feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

18thc " Manx" Burr Oak/elm Candle Stand Complete with Manx Shoes

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An 18th-century wooden tripod candle stand featuring a scalloped burr oak top, a turned pillar stem, and pad feet.
18THC " MANX" BURR OAK/ELM CANDLE STAND COMPLETE WITH MANX SHOES
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An 18th-century wooden tripod candle stand featuring a scalloped burr oak top, a turned pillar stem, and pad feet.
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  • ObjectAccent Tables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleEnglish Country
  • MaterialBurr Oak, Elm
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsScalloped top, Turned pedestal shaft, Tripod base, Pad feet

An antique candle stand is a small, tall table historically designed to hold lighting devices such as candles or oil lamps before the advent of electricity, often positioned next to seating areas.

These pieces were typically crafted from native British timbers such as oak, elm, walnut, and occasionally mahogany, utilising turned shafts and tripod bases for stability.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-turned components showing tool marks, natural timber shrinkage, and appropriate patina consistent with age and wear.

Such versatile items function effectively as compact side tables next to armchairs, or as elevated surfaces for displaying small sculptures, ceramics, or botanical arrangements.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and occasionally nourish the surface with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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