Candlestick

Jehan Aert van Tricht Netherlandish

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Similar to the architectural supports for Henry Hamlyn’s doorway, these candlestick holders present a peasant and a jester as comedic counterparts. Details of clothing, headgear, footwear, and even facial features make for an entertaining game of contrasts.

Candlestick, Jehan Aert van Tricht (Netherlandish, active Maastricht 1492–1501), Brass, South Netherlandish

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Candlestick, Jehan Aert van Tricht (Netherlandish, active Maastricht 1492–1501), Brass, South Netherlandish
Candlestick, Jehan Aert van Tricht (Netherlandish, active Maastricht 1492–1501), Brass, South Netherlandish
Candlestick, Jehan Aert van Tricht (Netherlandish, active Maastricht 1492–1501), Brass, South Netherlandish
Candlestick, Jehan Aert van Tricht (Netherlandish, active Maastricht 1492–1501), Brass, South Netherlandish
Candlestick, Jehan Aert van Tricht (Netherlandish, active Maastricht 1492–1501), Brass, South Netherlandish
Candlestick, Jehan Aert van Tricht (Netherlandish, active Maastricht 1492–1501), Brass, South Netherlandish
Candlestick, Jehan Aert van Tricht (Netherlandish, active Maastricht 1492–1501), Brass, South Netherlandish
Candlestick, Jehan Aert van Tricht (Netherlandish, active Maastricht 1492–1501), Brass, South Netherlandish

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