Tulip shaped with engraving and niello inlay around the candleholder. Size suggests it was used in a mihrab or mosque rather than domestic or even court setting. Stalactite work above the doorway of the 16th century mosque of Zal-Mahmud Pasha near Istanbul, contains finials of almost identical shape to the tulip candleholder of the candlestick. Possible that it was one of a pair for the building and part of the overall decorative scheme of the building.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Ottoman candlestick, 16th century
Date supported
1991
Medium and material
Brass
Dimensions
53 x 26 cm
Grant
5000
Total cost
35000
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