New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Dolphin Candlestick

ManufacturerAttributed to Boston & Sandwich Glass Co. (American, 1826-1888)

CultureAmerican

MediumPressed glass

DimensionsOverall: 9 7/8 in. (25.1 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 7/16 in. (6.2 cm)
Base: 3 5/8 x 3 5/8 in. (9.2 x 9.2 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.4520

On View

Chrysler Museum of Art, Gallery 116-3, Case 19

Description"Dolphin" candlestick of translucent opal (or clam water) glass. Double step square base. Medium blue (opaline) petal socket and extension. Crack at socket. One of a pair, see 71.4518.

Published ReferencesMcKearin, AMERICAN GLASS, pl. 204, #67.