Technical Description 

A very unusual pair of antique 19th century wooden candle sticks.

 

They have been hand painted with figures, flowers and Persian geometric designs in vibrant colours.

 

Fine condition.

Date & Origin 

Persian, 19th century

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. Minor loss of paint.

Dimensions 

Height: 26cm Diameter: 10.3cm

Historical Context

Hand-blown around the time the Bank of North America, the first American commercial bank opened.