Candlestick
A stepped plinth atop fish. At center, a plinth with a medallion flanked by maidens dancing on lions. Above this, a baluster formed vase decorated with terms, filled with foliage and birds. On either side, a short column flanked by putti, supporting tall candles and birds.
Credit: Museum purchase through gift of various donors
c. 1780
Pen and brown ink, brush and brown wash, graphite on off-white laid paper, lined
1901-39-953
Image and text © Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, 2020
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