Tin Candlesticks

Manufacturer / Maker unidentified

AssociationAssociated with Casa San Ysidro

Dateca. 1875

Mediumtin

Dimensionseach, 15 × 4 5/8 × 4 5/8 in. (38.1 × 11.7 × 11.7 cm)

ClassificationsFurnishings

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, museum purchase, 1995 General Obligation Bonds

Object numberVPC1998.20.52.1-2

DescriptionThis pair of Peruvian tin candlesticks is handmade, featuring an octagon base, in which each section is bent down and cut with shears. The triangular section above leads to a cylinder, which is segmented by a rounded diamond shape. Another triangle shape leads to a circular “wax shield” and a deep cup for the candle.

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