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Candlestand and holder (guéridon), Martin Carlin|Sèvres Manufactory, ca. 1730–85, Oak veneered with tulipwood and amaranth,…

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Candlestand and holder (guéridon)

Martin Carlin|Sèvres Manufactory · ca. 1730–85

Medium: Oak veneered with tulipwood and amaranth, the marquetry of tulipwood, boxwood, and sycamore. Legs and hub are of solid amaranth; there is a steel shaft; mounts are of gilt bronze.
Dimensions: Overall: H. 77.8 cm; H. without candleholder: 89.5 cm; W. of upper oval tray 33.6 cm; W. of lower oval tray 36.7 cm
Accession: 1975.1.2027
Credit line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975

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