Medieval Bronze Very rare Gothic three kings candlestick - Very rare Gothic three kings candlestick - 10.7 cm
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This original medieval bronze Gothic Three Kings candlestick, a hybrid design with a central pricket and two side sockets, dates to around 1275–1350 and measures 10.7 × 8.3 × 7.6 cm.
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This object is a very rare Gothic bronze three-king candlestick (also known as a hybrid candlestick or two-armed pricket candlestick) dating from the 13th/14th century (circa 1275-1350). This type of candlestick was mainly produced in the Low Countries (the Southern Netherlands/Flanders) and Germany (Nuremberg).
Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.3 x 7.6 cm
Weight: 285.51 g
Condition: excellent condition - completely intact with slight traces of corrosion
Hybrid design: It combines two different ways of placing a candle. It has a central vertical pin (pricket) to insert a candle, and two lateral candle sockets where candles can be placed.
Construction: The candlestick stands on a characteristic round, disk-shaped base that rests on three modest feet (tripod base). Often the upper piece with the arms was loosely over the central pin, allowing it to be rotated or adjusted.
Shipping method: this lot is excellently packaged and shipped via DHL or UPS using the smart shipping service of Catawiki.
This object is a very rare Gothic bronze three-king candlestick (also known as a hybrid candlestick or two-armed pricket candlestick) dating from the 13th/14th century (circa 1275-1350). This type of candlestick was mainly produced in the Low Countries (the Southern Netherlands/Flanders) and Germany (Nuremberg).
Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.3 x 7.6 cm
Weight: 285.51 g
Condition: excellent condition - completely intact with slight traces of corrosion
Hybrid design: It combines two different ways of placing a candle. It has a central vertical pin (pricket) to insert a candle, and two lateral candle sockets where candles can be placed.
Construction: The candlestick stands on a characteristic round, disk-shaped base that rests on three modest feet (tripod base). Often the upper piece with the arms was loosely over the central pin, allowing it to be rotated or adjusted.
Shipping method: this lot is excellently packaged and shipped via DHL or UPS using the smart shipping service of Catawiki.
Details
Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
13e / 14e eeuw (ca 1275 - 1350)
Name of object
Very rare Gothic three kings candlestick - Very rare Gothic three kings candlestick
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
See attached photos / description (condition)
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
10.7 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1966
Width
8.3 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
Depth
7.6 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
