S/5783 Antique Treen 18th Century Spiral Metal Candlestick

A good example of a late 18th century spiral candlestick, having a traveller for adjusting the height of the candle and a hook for carrying or hanging. The spiral is seated on a circular sloping ash base with a vertical foot, that has a dark rich colour and ancient patination.

Provenance: from a Welsh private collection

8 in. (20.5 cm.) High
3¾ in. (9.5 cm.) Diameter English Circa 1780