Candlesticks Collection

Game of Chess, 1835
Game of Chess, pub by Thomas McLean, 1835 (hand coloured engraving)

Hanukkah candelabra, Paris, France, Europe

Pavel Yablochkov's candle arc lamp
5310264 Pavel Yablochkov's candle arc lamp; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Pavel Yablochkov's candle arc lamp (1876). The globe is cut away to show the two parallel carbon rods

Interior of the Dante Room in the Museum of Poldi Pezzoli, in Milan
3558918 Interior of the Dante Room in the Museum of Poldi Pezzoli, in Milan. by Fratelli Alinari (fl.1854-1920); Museo Poldi Pezzoli, Milan

Celebrations during the wing shooting world Championship of the "Tiro a Volo Lazio" club in Parioli
3568476 Celebrations during the wing shooting world Championship of the "Tiro a Volo Lazio" club in Parioli, Rome; among the present personalities there's Ettore Stacchini by Unknown

The Queen's Visit to Leeds - Ormolu Writing Table Suite for Her Majesty, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Queen's Visit to Leeds - Ormolu Writing Table Suite for Her Majesty, 1858. On the occasion of the Queen's late visit to Leeds a writing-table

Plate for presentation to Mr. Capreol [?] by his Fellow Citizens of Toronto, Canada West, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Plate for presentation to Mr. Capreol by his Fellow Citizens of Toronto, Canada West, 1858. Gift expressing gratitude...for the valuable services rendered by [Mr

The Revolution in Naples - Garibaldi at the Shrine of the Virgin of Piedigrotta on the 8th... 1860. Creator: W Thomas
The Revolution in Naples - Garibaldi at the Shrine of the Virgin of Piedigrotta on the 8th September - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860

The King of the Bean - drawn by Edmond Morin, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The King of the Bean - drawn by Edmond Morin, 1857. On the day of the Epiphany in Normandy...after the family dinner, the cake is brought in...[It] has been previously cut in equal pieces

Design for a mantel clock and two candelabra, c.1825-c.1835. Creator: Adrien Louis Marie Cavelier
Design for a mantel clock and two candelabra, c.1825-c.1835

The New State Ball-Room at Buckingham Palace, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The New State Ball-Room at Buckingham Palace, 1856. London residence of the British sovereign. Our representation of this magnificent apartment displays the throne or dais end

Night Banquet and Masquerade, 1580-1630. Creator: Joos van Winghe
Night Banquet and Masquerade, 1580-1630. Copy after Joos van Winghe

Scene from the New Play of "The First Printer", at the Princess Theatre, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Scene from the New Play of "The First Printer", at the Princess Theatre, 1856. London stage production:..the second act...the two principal characters - the hero

Silver Candlesticks, c. 1936. Creator: Giacinto Capelli
Silver Candlesticks, c. 1936

The Lord Mayor reading the News of the Victory on the Alma at the Sheriff's Inauguration... 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Lord Mayor reading the News of the Victory on the Alma at the Sheriff's Inauguration Dinner, at the London Tavern, 1854. News of the Crimean War reaches London

Grand Banquet to Viscount Palmerston by the Reform Club, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Grand Banquet to Viscount Palmerston by the Reform Club, [London], 1850. Dinner in honour of the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs

Chest of Drawers, c. 1953. Creator: Louis Annino
Chest of Drawers, c. 1953

Daring Leap in the Dining-Room of the White Hart Hotel, Aylesbury, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Daring Leap in the Dining-Room of the White Hart Hotel, Aylesbury, 1850. Mr. Charles Symonds, of Oxford, offered to bring a grey horse of his upstairs and lead him round the table

Consecration of the Bishop of Montreal, in Westminster Abbey, 1850. Creator: Smyth
Consecration of the Bishop of Montreal, in Westminster Abbey, 1850. At the appointed hour (eleven o'clock), the procession formed and proceeded to the cathedral

Candlesticks, 1939. Creator: Edith Towner
Candlesticks, 1939

The International Exhibition: the Queen's Dessert Service, manufactured at the Royal... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: the Queen's Dessert Service, manufactured at the Royal Porcelain Works, Worcester, by W. H. Kerr, 1862

The International Exhibition: clock, candelabra, and portes bouquets, by M. Poilleux... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: clock, candelabra, and portes bouquets, by M. Poilleux, of Paris, 1862....the French have long surpassed us in cheapness of production and in artistic taste

The International Exhibition: candelabrum by Messrs. Garrard...for Maharajah Dhuleep Singh, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: candelabrum by Messrs. Garrard for His Highness the Maharajah Dhuleep Singh, 1862. The style is purely Hindoo, each candelabrum representing a pavilion fountain

The International Exhibition: iron candelabra for churches, from the Royal Foundry, Berlin, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: iron candelabra for churches, from the Royal Foundry, Berlin, 1862. The Royal Ironfoundry of Berlin exhibits a number of works...which are beautiful in their artistic

Testimonials presented to the Right Hon. Thomas Milner Gibson, M.P. by the Association... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Testimonials presented to the Right Hon. Thomas Milner Gibson, M.P. by the Association for the Abolition of the Taxes on Knowledge, 1862. Mr

Wall paintings of candlesticks from the House
Trompe l oeil wall paintings of candlesticks from the House of Castor and Pollux, Pompeii, excavated 1828. Handcoloured lithograph by Berth after an illustration by Wilhelm Zahn from his Ornament of

Second Council of Constantinople, held in 553 a. C. under the pontificate of Pope Vigilio and the reign of Justinian, fresco Painting, 16th century

Testimonial presented to Major-General Windham, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Testimonial presented to Major-General Windham, 1857. This superb testimonial to the bravery of "the Hero of the Redan" [from the manufactory of Messrs

The Liebig Testimonial, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Liebig Testimonial, 1854....five pieces of Plate, manufactured by Messrs. Hunt and Roskell...a fine specimen of British artistic design...attracting the highest admiration at the Industrial

The Fine Art Society Advertisement
An advertisement for The Fine Art Society at Melbourne, the image shows a display of antiques, including a mahogany inlaid sideboard of the Sheraton period

A Pair of Bow Candlesticks
A photograph showcasing a pair of Bow bocage candlesticks, with tulip shapes holders, and birds nestled amongst the flora. Date: circa 1922

Art Museum of Tomsk, Russia
The Tomb Chapel in the Resurrection Temple in Jerusalem (oil on canvas) (Photo by Art Images via Getty Images)

Candlestick, 1935 / 1942. Creator: James M. Lawson
Candlestick, 1935/1942

The Death Of Leo XIII, The Public Exposition Of The Body In The Chapel Of The Sacrament In St. Peters (Colour Litho)
2798687 The Death Of Leo XIII, The Public Exposition Of The Body In The Chapel Of The Sacrament In St. Peters (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Secretary-desk Cabinet Top, c. 1937. Creator: Eugene Croe
Secretary-desk Cabinet Top, c. 1937

Objects from the Prince of Waless Presents at South Kensington (engraving)
1602369 Objects from the Prince of Waless Presents at South Kensington (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

Moudros, Lemnos, Greece - The Interior of the Greek Church Date: 1922

Westminster Cathedral, London, 1907 (colour litho)
7150248 Westminster Cathedral, London, 1907 (colour litho) by Payne, Arthur Charles (1856-1933) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westminster Cathedral, London, 1907)

Turnery and Lathework (colour litho)
7158148 Turnery and Lathework (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turnery and Lathework)

Prices Patent Candle Company (engraving)
7161701 Prices Patent Candle Company (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prices Patent Candle Company)

Medieval candlestick, censer, monstrance and chalice (chromolitho)
7173093 Medieval candlestick, censer, monstrance and chalice (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Medieval candlestick, censer, monstrance and chalice)

"I may as well go down and peep / Inside the parlour cupboard"(engraving)
7184061 " I may as well go down and peep / Inside the parlour cupboard" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Woman decorating a Christmas tree (engraving)
7201252 Woman decorating a Christmas tree (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman decorating a Christmas tree)

Advertisement for Prices candles (colour litho)
7154030 Advertisement for Prices candles (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Tabernacle and its contents (engraving)
7172314 The Tabernacle and its contents (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tabernacle and its contents (Exodus 25-28)

Procession at Brompton Oratory, London (colour litho)
7150244 Procession at Brompton Oratory, London (colour litho) by Payne, Arthur Charles (1856-1933) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Procession at Brompton Oratory, London)

Light-Fingered (engraving)
7177669 Light-Fingered (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Light-Fingered. Illustration for The Comic Annual by Thomas Hood)

The Christmas Greeting (colour litho)
7201936 The Christmas Greeting (colour litho) by Greiffenhagen, Maurice (1862-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Christmas Greeting)

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"Candlesticks: A Timeless Symbol of Elegance and History" Step into the world of candlesticks, where artistry and functionality intertwine. Dating back to ancient times, these enchanting objects have played significant roles in various aspects of human history. In the game of chess, they were often depicted as strategic pieces on the board. An 1835 advertisement by The Fine Art Society showcased their exquisite craftsmanship, highlighting their importance in enhancing the aesthetic appeal of any space. One notable pair that caught attention was the Bow Candlesticks featured in a Waring and Gillow advertisement. These stunning creations added a touch of sophistication to lavish interiors, leaving admirers captivated by their intricate details. Even Anthony Hordern & Sons recognized the allure of candlesticks, promoting them as essential home decor items in one of their advertisements. Their versatility made them suitable for both grand occasions and intimate gatherings alike. The Alexander Clark Company also understood the timeless charm possessed by these objects. Their advertisement emphasized how candlesticks could elevate any setting with an air of refinement and grace. Beyond commercial use, candlestick imagery found its way into art museums worldwide. The Art Museum of Tomsk in Russia proudly displayed wall paintings featuring delicate depictions from historic houses adorned with elegant candleholders. Delving deeper into history reveals fascinating connections between religion and candlesticks. During the Second Council of Constantinople held in 553 AD under Pope Vigilio's pontificate, discussions surrounding religious practices included references to these symbolic objects. Artistic interpretations further immortalized this connection; Christ holding a sword amidst divine chaos is portrayed beautifully in Apocalypse de Angers' depiction—a testament to how candles symbolize light amidst darkness throughout history. Moving closer to modern times brings us James M. Lawson's creation—an exquisite Candlestick crafted between 1935-1942—showcasing innovation while preserving traditional elegance through its design. Candlelight has witnessed historical moments too.