Chamber candlestick or taperstick

1828–29

Not on view

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Title: Chamber candlestick or taperstick
Maker: Charles Lias (active 1823– after 1846)
Maker: Henry Lias (active 1818– after 1848, died 1877)
Maker: John Lias (active 1791– after 1837)
Date: 1828–29
Culture: British, London
Medium: Silver
Dimensions: Overall: 2 5/8 × 3 1/2 in. (6.7 × 8.9 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Silver
Credit Line: Gift of Louise and David Braver, 2006
Object Number: 2006.470.37a–c
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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