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Robert Fulton (1765-1815)
1798
1976.56
Probably Cont
Artist/Maker: John Vanderlyn

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Candleholders (16)

Candleholders (16)
Object name 
Candleholders (16)
Date 
1875-1925
Medium 
Metal
Dimensions 
each overall: 5 3/4 x 3 3/4 x 1 1/2 in. ( 14.6 x 9.5 x 3.8 cm )
Description 
Cast and wrought metal Christmas tree candleholders; cylindrical candle sockets with scalloped edges applied to a pie crust drip pan; pan applied to two wires with cast apple or cherub head weights on the ends.
Object Number 
Z.2958.1-16
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.