Candlestick
Unknown Artist
12th century
Medium
Bronze
Dimensions
H. 4 11/16 in. (11.9 cm) Diam. 4 1/8 in. (10.5 cm) Wt. 29.2 oz. (827.899 g)
Classification
Metal
Department
Islamic Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Purchase, Edward C. Moore Jr. Gift, 1927
Accession Number
27.13.14
Art Historical Context
This 12th-century bronze candlestick from the Islamic world exemplifies the refined metalworking traditions of the medieval Islamic era. Crafted by an unknown artist, its modest dimensions—standing 4 11/16 inches (11.9 cm) tall with a 4 1/8-inch (10.5 cm) diameter and weighing a substantial 29.2 ounces (827.9 g)—reveal a practical yet elegant design suited for illuminating homes, mosques, or scholarly gatherings. Acquired by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1927 through the Edward C. Moore Jr. Gift, it now graces the museum's Islamic Art department, offering a glimpse into everyday luxury. B...