Photograph by Ed Pollard, Hasselblad H4D50 - 2012.

Candlestick

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

CultureAmerican

MediumPressed glass

DimensionsOverall: 10 9/16 in. (26.8 cm)
Base: 3 11/16 x 3 11/16 in. (9.4 x 9.4 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.4519

Not on view

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 71.4517.

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