Antieke kandelaar in zilverkleur Titel:Default Title The bulging part at the

The bulging part at the top was designed to collect the heat and smoke from the flame

while the wide bottom covered the burner to protect the flame from drafts

after which paint was applied by hand and then they were covered with a thin layer of wax

The mushroom is made of plaster

The copper is tarnished

Antieke kandelaar in zilverkleur Titel:Default Title The bulging part at theBeautiful very old wooden candlestick that was once finished with silver leaf. The silver leaf has been given a beautiful weathered appearance. The candlestick has not been broken, but in two places the elements from which the candlestick is constructed have become slightly loose. A very beautiful item dating from the early 1700s. Size: 52 cm