Rushlight and Candle Holder

Description: Combined rushlight and candle holder, wrought iron, twisted stem. From Smeale Smithy.

A rushlight is a type of candle or miniature torch formed by soaking the dried pith of the rush plant in fat or grease. For several centuries rushlights were a common source of artificial light for poor people throughout the British Isles.

Measurements: overall: 23.5 cm x 13 cm x 7 cm

Materials: metal: iron, wood

Object name: rushlight holder ; candle holder

Collection: Social History Collection

ID Number: 1960-0130

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