Candlestick (one of a pair)

Italian, Genoa

1776–90

Not on view

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Title: Candlestick (one of a pair)
Date: 1776–90
Culture: Italian, Genoa
Medium: Silver
Dimensions: Overall: 13 3/4 × 12 in. (34.9 × 30.5 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Silver
Credit Line: Bequest of Edward C. Post, 1915
Object Number: 30.58.17a, b
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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