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Swedish adjustable Floor Candlestick holder 'Lyskärring', circa 1780-1830

About the Item

Swedish adjustable Floor Candlestick holder, also called 'Lyskärring'. Circa 1780-1830. The patina is really dark and has an almost mahogany feel to it. This was originally not intended for candles; it was for birch sticks to be burnt and wedged between the metal pegs. Candles were really expensive, so this was really a poor man’s alternative. Made out of birch wood. Heigth: 111-140cm/43.7-55.1 inch Foot Stand dimensions Depth/widht: 41 cm/16.1 inch
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 55.12 in (140 cm)Width: 16.15 in (41 cm)Depth: 16.15 in (41 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Birch,Iron,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    Sweden
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Farsta, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8178239591442

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