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LOT 2088
Published Iron Alpine Candle Holder
FRANCE OR SWITZERLAND, 19TH CENTURY A.D.
14 1/2 in. (687 grams, 36.5 cm).
With spring arm to secure the candle, with raised tray feature.
ProvenanceFrom a private collection.
Ex Nic McElhatton, former chairman of Christie's South Kensington.
Property of a Berkshire, UK, collector.
Accompanied by copies of the relevant book pages where published.
Ashley, Robert, The Rushlight and Related Holders - A Regional View, Ashley Publications, 2001, illustrated on p.302, no.274.
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