A definitive and beautifully produced history of the English base-candlestick aimed at the general reader as well as collectors, dealers and decorators. The book includes fascinating information on the use of candlesticks and candles over 500 years, their form and construction, metals, makers and marketing. A detailed catalogue of a variety of sticks of copper,brass and bronze, paktong, iron, steel and pewter from an unrivalled private collection is illustrated with specially commissioned photographs.
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Dr. Eloy Koldeweij studied History of Art at Leiden University where he specialises in decorative arts and historic interiors. He has worked at the V&A Museum and several Dutch museums and is presently the National Co-Ordinator of Interiors at the Netherlands Department for Conservation.
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