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Torch Stand

1550-1650 (made)
Place of origin

Metalwork. Torch stand, or mash`al, cast brass footed cylinder with faceted main shaft, engraved decoration of chevrons and Persian inscription, Safavid Iran, 1550-1650


Object details

Category
Object type
Brief description
Metalwork. Torch stand, or mash`al, cast brass footed cylinder with faceted main shaft, engraved decoration of chevrons and Persian inscription, Safavid Iran, 1550-1650
Dimensions
  • Height: 31.6cm
  • Diameter: 18cm (max)
Gallery label
483-1876, 790-1901 TWO CANDLESTICKS Engraved brass. PERSIAN; 17th century.(Used until 10/2002)
Collection
Accession number
790-1901

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Record createdJuly 29, 2005
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