Exceptional Early 18th Century Spanish Wrought Iron Candle Torch on a Tripod Base holding 7 candles. H:62.5" W:29.5" Ironwork is any weapon, artwork, utensil or architectural feature made of iron especially used for decoration. There are two main types of ironwork wrought iron and cast iron. While the use of iron dates back as 4000BC, it was the Hittites who first knew how to extract it and develop weapons. Use of iron was mainly utilitarian until the Middle Ages, it became widely used for decoration in the period between the 16th and 19th century. This Early 18th Century Spanish Wrought Iron Candle Torch on a Decortive Tripod Base is a decorative illumination in and home.
Decorative Interior Antique Candlesticks & Holders
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