The English Candlestick 500 Years in the Development of Base-Metal Candlesticks 1425-1925

Elory Koldweiji

ISBN 10: 0903432587 / ISBN 13: 9780903432580

Published by Christie's Books Limited, 2002

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The English Candlestick: 500 Years in the Development of Base-Metal Candlesticks 1425-1925
by Elory Koldweiji

Inventory ID 658077 Hardcover Cloth 264 pages. Condition Fine Dust Jacket Very Good. Presumed First edition First printing 2002. Handsome blue boards and sliver embossing spotlights this Clean, tight, square copy with no marks, highlights or bookplates. Book Well kept and carefully stored in unread condition. No shelf wear with undamaged corners. Patterned endpapers and sewn in ribbon. An unclipped dust jacket protected by mylar cover is smooth, clean and brilliant with slight shelf wear - a few wrinkles and chips. Not an ex-library, book club or remainder copy. Heavier than standard book - S and H will be adjusted.

The standard reference book on the subject. It is beautifully illustrated with specially commissioned photographs. A fascinating look at the social history of candles and candlesticks.

Through detailed examination of design, material, and craftsmanship, the book offers insight into the evolving tastes, technologies, and social customs that shaped the form and function of the candlestick. The author traces how regional production, changing lighting needs, and the shifting status of metalwork influenced candlestick design from medieval times through the industrial age.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The English Candlestick 500 Years in the Development of Base-Metal Candlesticks 1425-1925
• Publisher: Christie's Books Limited
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0903432587
• ISBN 13: 9780903432580
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Printing: 1st Printing
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

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.

About the Author

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.