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Pair of candlesticks
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Pair of candlesticks

Johannes Schiotling · 1785 · silver (metal)

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

These candlesticks with acanthus leaves, medallions and festoons were inspired by a design by Paris artist Jean François Forty that was published around 1780. This type of short candlestick was probably intended for a dressing or gaming table.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Subjects
candlestickornaments ~ art
Credit linePaar kandelaars. 1785. Johannes Schiotling. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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