Candlestick
Riedel (founded 1756)
Category
Glass
Date
Unknown
Materials
Lead crystal glass and felt
Measurements
160 mm (Height); 90 mm (Diameter)
Place of origin
Austria
Order this imageCollection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 13486.3
Summary
Boxed lead crystal candlestick in octagonal form. Square black label on base with white printing reading; made in Austria / RIEDEL / since 1758 / lead crystal / Over 24% PBO / 9.82. To the underside three small white circular felt pads.
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
Riedel (founded 1756), maker