Candlestick

American

1800–1830

Not on view

Artwork Details

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Provenance

Title: Candlestick
Date: 1800–1830
Geography: Probably made in Delaware, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Earthenware
Dimensions: H. 4 in. (10.2 cm); Diam. 5 in. (12.7 cm)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1918
Object Number: 18.95.4
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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