Candelabra
c. 1840/50
Medium
Glass with red flashing
Dimensions
25.4 × 15.9 cm (10 × 6 1/4 in.)
Classification
candleholder - candlestick
Department
Applied Arts of Europe
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
50625
Art Historical Context
Step into the refined ambiance of mid-19th European homes with this charming *Candelabra*, crafted around 1840–50. Standing at 25.4 × 15.9 cm, this delicate glass candleholder exemplifies the applied arts of Europe, blending everyday utility with decorative elegance Its petite scale suggests it graced dining tables mantelpieces, casting a warm, flickering glow during evening gatherings. The standout feature is the glass medium with red flashing—a sophisticated technique where a thin layer of ruby-red glass is fused onto a clear base, creating vibrant color that shifts with light. Popular in B...
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...