Candlestick
manner of Nicolò Roccatagliata (b.Genoa, fl. Venice 1593 – Genoa after 1636)
Category
Historic Services / Lighting
Date
1846 - 1875
Materials
Bronze
Measurements
240 mm (Height); 125 mm (Diameter)
Place of origin
Italy
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 10625.2
Summary
One of two Italian bronze candlesticks of the mid nineteenth century, in the manner of Rocatagliata, the nozzles above triform figural stems and domed bases with dolphins to the angles. This one is without electrical fittings.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.
Makers and roles
manner of Nicolò Roccatagliata (b.Genoa, fl. Venice 1593 – Genoa after 1636) , maker