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

Candlestick

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

CultureAmerican

Dateca. 1840-1850

MediumGlass

DimensionsOverall: 9 5/8 in. (24.4 cm)
Overall, Rim: 2 5/8 in. (6.7 cm)
Base: 5 in. (12.7 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.4477

Not on view

DescriptionCandlestick of translucent white "sandy" glass. "Sandy" finish foot and shaft. Opaque light blue "sandy" finish hexagonal socket. Columnar style. Hexagonal triple step foot, shaft & socket. Socket joined to shaft by wafer. One of a pair, see 71.4476. See also GAS.70.13 & GAS.70.14.

Published ReferencesR.W. Lee, SANDWICH GLASS, pl. 183, #3.