Candlestick Held by Two Angels

French

14th century

Not on view

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Title: Candlestick Held by Two Angels
Date: 14th century
Culture: French
Medium: Wood, polychromy, gilding
Dimensions: Overall: 6 15/16 x 6 1/4 x 3 7/8 in. (17.6 x 15.9 x 9.8 cm)
Classification: Sculpture-Wood
Credit Line: Bequest of George Blumenthal, 1941
Object Number: 41.190.98
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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