Fabulous Continental Wrought Iron “Courting” Candlestick – Circa 1700

Name: Fabulous Continental Wrought Iron “Courting” Candlestick – Circa 1700
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1166012
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by Kingsdown Antiques

Description

A Fabulous Continental Wrought Iron “Courting” Candlestick. Step back into the intimacy of the early 1700s with this rare wrought iron courting candlestick. Sometimes referred to as a “courting candle,” this ingenious design allowed a candle's height - and burn time - to be adjusted, often said to determine how long a suitor could stay during a visit. Whether or not this tale is myth or fact, the piece remains a captivating relic of rural domestic life and early lighting technology – circa 1700.

Measurements:

Height: 7 1/2" (approx. 19cm)

Diameter of base: 4 1/2" (approx. 12cm)

Total weight: 275g

In good condition – Displays a rich, aged patina and surface wear consistent with its early 18th-century origin. Mechanism remains functional.

Physical Dimensions

Height

19cm (7.48")

Width

12cm (4.72")

Declaration

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this piece to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1166012

Dealers Internal Reference

P51625

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Description

A Fabulous Continental Wrought Iron “Courting” Candlestick. Step back into the intimacy of the early 1700s with this rare wrought iron courting candlestick.

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Sometimes referred to as a “courting candle,” this ingenious design allowed a candle's height - and burn time - to be adjusted, often said to determine how long a suitor could stay during a visit.

Kingsdown Antiques

Whether or not this tale is myth or fact, the piece remains a captivating relic of rural domestic life and early lighting technology – circa 1700.