Candlestick
Category
Ceramics
Date
Unknown
Materials
Pottery
Measurements
238 mm (Height); 140 mm (Diameter)
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Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 28308.2
Summary
Second of a pair of primitive pottery candlesticks in blue and yellow on a cream background. Saucer base has three cracks in glaze around rim. Central spindle has two ochre and two blue painted bands above which is extended cone-shaped section decorated with two green chevron designs. Above this is a double pinched candle holder. Below are two supported handles. Top cup has section of outer surface missing.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.