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Candlestand

Designer: Marion Anderson Noyes, American, 1907-2002
Medium: Pewter
Place Made: Madison, Wisconsin, USA
Dates: 20th century
Dimensions: 2 1/2 x 12 1/4 x 2 in. (6.4 x 31.1 x 5.1 cm)
Markings: Etched on underside of one of the end arches: "MLANDERSON"
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 1992.40.1
Credit Line: Gift of Marion Anderson Noyes
Image: Overall, 1992.40.1_bw.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph

Catalogue Description: Tripartite pewter candle stand consisting of three arches formed by rectangular strips; the arches are arranged in a row with the middle arch raised on top of the two end arches, which are slightly wider. In the center of each arch is a simple, cylindrical candle socket. Condition: Good; few spots of discoloration.

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