What is a pricket candlestick?

A pricket candlestick uses a sharp spike to hold the candle base directly on top, differing from standard socket holders. This format is standard on church and altar pieces intended for large wax candles.

Were these made for churches?

Many large pairs originate from ecclesiastical settings, designed for altars and chancels during the Gothic Revival. Domestic versions scaled down these architectural church designs for Victorian parlours and dining rooms.

How do I identify Gothic Revival style?

Gothic Revival pieces borrow heavily from medieval architecture, featuring pointed arches, trefoils, buttresses and heavy cast metal. This aesthetic spans the nineteenth century, overlapping with Arts and Crafts and Aesthetic Movement sensibilities.

Can I use modern candles in them?

Socket holders accommodate standard taper candles, though pricket versions require candles with a pierced base to sit on the spike. Care should be taken with antique diameters to ensure a secure and stable fit.

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Victorian gothic candlesticks bring medieval ecclesiastical gravity into domestic rooms through heavy cast metal and architectural lines.

Unusual Large Set of 4 Ornate Brass Candlesticks

1900 - 1920

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Unusual Large Set of 4 Ornate Brass Candlesticks

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Victorian Gothic Candlesticks

Unusual Large Set of 4 Ornate Brass Candlesticks

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