Alpine Splint Rushlight Candleholder c.1720-1750

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Alpine Splint Rushlight Candleholder c.1720-1750A charming primitive and diminutively formed Alpine Rushlight and candle holder c. 1720 1750 Hand forged from wrought iron with a spring loaded grip for holding the splint or rushlight, and a ring for a candle above a heart shaped drip tray. The holder has a small curved handle for carrying, or hanging. And a simple but elegant twist to the main upright. The heart shaped tray may indicate it was created and given as a token of love. Rushlights were

His work remains foundational in the academic understanding of British Celtic art

with museums such as: the the British Museum

probably one with strong connections to the Catholic Church

This stunning pair of garden urns of Campana form

Please note: chip to neck of “COCCUS CACTI”

moss and lichens

with great burrs and knots throughout the ancient root’s timber

With historical repair to rim of one urn

dating to c

coat with white collar suggesting a military career

Rome in the 16th Century

Oil and gesso on board in hand painted antique frame