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1700's Wrought Iron & Wood Courting Candle Holder #5

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1700's Wrought Iron & Wood Courting Candle Holder #5
1700's Wrought Iron & Wood Courting Candle Holder #5
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Antique Courting candle holder. Spiraled hand hammered wrought iron column, simple push-up mechanism. Handled up top. Turned wooden base. In the 17th and 18th centuries, courting candles were used by fathers to set a time boundary for their daughters - when a suitor would come to court her, the father would set the candle to a certain height, with that being the time allowed for them to be alone and converse. It was an interesting social and family phenomenon, as it showed, in a sense, how much trust the father had for the suitor, as well as set a boundary for their daughters and reminded them of their family obligation. It was a subtle reminder that their time for courtship was limited, and when the candle would run out, the suitor would be asked to leave. Circa 18th century. Measurements: Approx. 8.25" high, 3.25" base diameter | See our special $5 starting bid lots at the end of this auction! No Reserve, No Buyer's Premium! Cost-effective, professional in-house packaging and combined shipping available!
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All original, natural split in wood base
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1700's Wrought Iron & Wood Courting Candle Holder #5

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Starting Price $100
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