Pricket Candleholder

CultureEnglish
Titles
  • Pricket Candleholder
Datec. 1700–1750
Probable placeEngland
MediumBrass
Dimensions12 3/8 × 6 in. (31.4 × 15.2 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Mrs. James A. Wilson
Object numberB.87.15
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Queen Anne Bedroom
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Department
Bayou Bend
Object Type
DescriptionThis pricket candlestick collapses and folds together for convenient portability.
ProvenanceMr. and Mrs. Robert D. Jameson, Houston; given to MFAH, 1987.
Exhibition History"The Voyage of Life," Houston Public Library, Houston TX, Jesse Jones (Central) Branch, February 1–27, 1994; Tuttle Branch, March 1–27, 1994; Heights Branch, March 29–April 24, 1994; Robinson-Westchase Branch, April 26–May 22, 1994; Smith Branch, May 24–June 19, 1994.


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