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Rare Antique Late 18th Early 19th Century Rat de Cave Iron Spiral Candlestick

April 23, 2026

Rare Antique Late 18th Early 19th Century Rat de Cave Iron Spiral Candlestick
Rare Antique Late 18th Early 19th Century Rat de Cave Iron Spiral Candlestick
Rare Antique Late 18th Early 19th Century Rat de Cave Iron Spiral Candlestick

Rare Antique Late 18th Early 19th Century Rat de Cave Iron Spiral Candlestick
Late 18th, Early 19th Century. Made of Iron with a fruitwood base. In reality this dates to around 1770 and most likely made in France. Lovely patina and perfect to go with oak and country furniture. These type of candlesticks were used as a portable candlestick that could also be hooked onto an a beam in a barn for safety rather than risk falling over if simply stood on the floor or beam. Or used in mining, hence the origins of the name. The candle could be set low inside the spiral and ten screwed up as the candle burned down so as to reduce the risk of the candle falling out and causing a fire. Very simple but very clever invention. Height approx 19.5cm. Dia of base approx 9cm. Please be your judge on condition.
Rare Antique Late 18th Early 19th Century Rat de Cave Iron Spiral Candlestick