# Pair of candlesticks

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## Artwork

- Artist: [UNKNOWN GOLDSMITH, Dutch](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/unknown-goldsmith-dutch-r60d678da8166c1>)
- Date: 1651-1700
- Technique: Silver, height 28 cm

## Commentary

These are the only surviving examples of an unusual type of candlestick. With their abstract decoration they are in marked contrast to the candlesticks adorned with floral motifs which was popular in the Dutch Republic at this time.

## Related artworks

- [Nautilus](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/unknown-goldsmith-dutch-r60d678da8166c1/nautilus-rff7f16bb6be252>)
- [Vase and two flasks](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/unknown-goldsmith-dutch-r60d678da8166c1/vase-and-two-flasks-r5c1f73657ca2f2>)

## Attribution

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