Candle snuffer

Candle snuffer, silver ? plated metal

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Candle snuffer, silver ? plated metal
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Candle snuffer, silver ? plated metal, scissor form with spring action, floral design embossed on top surface of wick collector, and decorative boss to pivot. Supported on three short legs. European, 1680-1800.

Details

Category:
Lighting
Object Number:
1927-748/3
Materials:
metal
Measurements:
overall: 1.6929 x 6.7717 x 2.2835 in.; 43 x 172 x 58 mm
type:
candle snuffer
credit:
Lovett Collection