Standing Candlestick
ca. 1550-1600 (made)
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One of a pair of standing candlesticks from a church, this is a typical example of Spanish ironwork of about 1550-1600. The unidentified arms painted on each include a Cardinal's hat, indicating that the original owner was a Cardinal, a senior member of the Roman Catholic church.
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Brief description | Wrought iron standing candlestick from a church, made in Spain, ca. 1550-1600 |
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Summary | One of a pair of standing candlesticks from a church, this is a typical example of Spanish ironwork of about 1550-1600. The unidentified arms painted on each include a Cardinal's hat, indicating that the original owner was a Cardinal, a senior member of the Roman Catholic church. |
Associated object | M.22A-1989 (Pair) |
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Accession number | M.22-1989 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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