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Pair of Altar Candlesticks

Date

1600–1650

Medium

Bronze

Culture

Netherlandish

Department

Decorative Arts

Institution

Getty Museum

Impressive in scale, these candlesticks are particularly elaborate in their design. Their rhythmic forms, deep drip-pans, and domed bases impart an elegance despite their massive proportions. The medium of bronze was ideal for functional objects that needed to be both decorative and durable, such as these candlesticks. They were most likely used to light a rich religious setting.

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