Antique Brass Pricket Candle Holder

This item is an antique-style pricket candle holder, characterized by its central vertical spike designed to pierce the base of a large pillar candle rather than holding a taper in a cup. It is constructed from solid brass with a visible aged patina. The design features a circular drip pan with a raised outer rim, supported by a thick cylindrical pedestal that flares out into a weighted circular base. The construction appears to be lathe-turned, showing concentric ridges on the surface of the drip pan. The color is a muted, golden-brown typical of oxidized brass, with significant verdigris (greenish oxidation) visible on the base and along the inner rim of the drip pan. The pricket itself is conical and appears firmly integrated into the center. There are small surface scratches, pits, and dark spots consistent with age and previous use. The piece lacks visible modern manufacturing stamps or hallmarks, suggesting it may be a utility piece from the 19th or early 20th century. Its heavy-duty construction and wide base indicate it was intended for steady use with large church-style candles, reflecting a traditional European liturgical or domestic design style.

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