Photograph by Ed Pollard, Hasselblad H4D50 - 2012.

Dolphin Candlestick

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

CultureAmerican

DateCa. 1855-1870

MediumPressed glass

DimensionsOverall: 10 1/4 in. (26 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm)
Base: 3 3/4 x 3 11/16 in. (9.5 x 9.4 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.4517

On View

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

DescriptionCandlestick of a dolphin on a single square base. Opaque light blue glass standard and base. Translucent opal or "clam water" petal socket and extension. One of a pair, see 71.4519.

Published ReferencesMcKearin, AMERICAN GLASS, pl. 204, #66.