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Antique 18th Century American Rushlight Rush Holder Early American Lighting NR
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18th Century New England Rushlight Antique Rush Holder Wrought Iron
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A fine example of a typical rushlight holder dating from the mid 18th century, circa 1740-1760, New England in original origin.
Rushlights were used as a source of illumination for early homes by securing a burning rush reed between the jaws of the device. Often times the counterbalance arm of the piece would feature a design of some sort, in this case you can see it is a geometric shape type formation.
An additional design element of this piece of particular note is the turned wooden base, looks to be maple. Base looks to be waxed, bringing forth some of its luster.
From age the metalwork was some slight (as expected) pitting and minor oxidation though overall the piece is in very good+ original condition.
Just a splendid example of an original Colonial era 18th century Rushlight, as seen in numerous volumes on the topic of period furnishings (see: Wallace Nuttings "Furniture Treasury", "Early Lighting" by the Rushlight Club, and "Antique Lighting in the Home Pre-1820" by John Caspall).
Stands approximately 9 1/2" tall with a base diameter of approximately 4".
on a period of only one week, no reserve and low starting bid.
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