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Rare Victorian Extending Chamberstick & Vesta Case
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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Rare Victorian Extending Chamberstick & Vesta Case

19th century
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Here we have a rare and unusual Victorian brass extendable chamberstick with integral vesta case, the articulated frame extends to double it's original length and sits on bun feet, at one end there is a candle sconce and the other is an integral vesta case with slide action drawer finished off with a brass handle.

c1890

Size: 150mm extending to 280mm

Free UK postage and packaging is included in the price of this item, please contact us for a foreign shipping quote.

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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Victorian Brass Extending Chamberstick to the 1890s.

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SA1216344
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8559
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Here we have a rare and unusual Victorian brass extendable chamberstick with integral vesta case, the articulated frame extends to double it's original length and sits on bun feet, at one end there is a candle sconce and the other is an integral vesta case with slide action drawer finished off with a brass handle.

c1890

Size: 150mm extending to 280mm

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Free UK postage and packaging is included in the price of this item, please contact us for a foreign shipping quote.
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Victorian Brass Extending Chamberstick to the 1890s.

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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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A Victorian brass chamberstick featuring an extending scissor mechanism attached to a rectangular vesta match box base.
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Archive I A Victorian brass chamberstick featuring an extending scissor mechanism attached to a rectangular vesta match box base.

Rare Victorian Extending Chamberstick & Vesta Case

Archive II A Victorian brass chamberstick featuring an extending scissor mechanism attached to a rectangular vesta match box base. View II
Archive III A Victorian brass chamberstick featuring an extending scissor mechanism attached to a rectangular vesta match box base. View III
Archive IV A Victorian brass chamberstick featuring an extending scissor mechanism attached to a rectangular vesta match box base. View IV
Archive V A Victorian brass chamberstick featuring an extending scissor mechanism attached to a rectangular vesta match box base. View V
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Archive VII A Victorian brass chamberstick featuring an extending scissor mechanism attached to a rectangular vesta match box base. View VII
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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Telephone 01422 843189 or 07917 652471
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Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 6AA
United Kingdom
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A Victorian brass chamberstick featuring an extending scissor mechanism attached to a rectangular vesta match box base.
Rare Victorian Extending Chamberstick & Vesta Case
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A Victorian brass chamberstick featuring an extending scissor mechanism attached to a rectangular vesta match box base.
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FAQs

A Victorian extending chamberstick is a portable candle holder designed for domestic use, featuring an articulated scissor or lazy-tongs mechanism that allows the candle socket to extend outward. Many examples include an integrated vesta case, which served as a dedicated compartment for holding matches.

These items were predominantly constructed from solid brass or copper, utilizing cast and stamped sheet components joined by steel or brass rivets. The mechanical linkage required precise metalwork to ensure the extending arms moved smoothly without collapsing.

Authentic period brassware displays natural wear around moving joints, uneven oxidation in recessed areas, and hand-finished edges. Look for stamped Victorian registration marks, patent numbers, or maker marks often impressed into the base or underside of the match compartment.

An antique brass chamberstick serves as a functional decorative object when styled on an office desk, mantelpiece, or bookshelf. Placing it alongside leather-bound books, framed monochrome prints, or dark wood furniture complements its historic character.

Dust the item regularly with a soft dry cloth to prevent dirt accumulation in mechanical joints. Avoid harsh chemical polishes that strip away historical patination, and remove stray candle wax by applying warm water rather than scraping with metal tools.
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