Large collection of twenty-seven wrought iron and metal
Large collection of twenty-seven wrought iron and metal fireplace and lighting implements 18th/19th century Comprising three fire strikers, one in the form of a bird; a tin or brass matchbox; five betty hooks, two inscribed with monogram "FR" and "MR", all with custom iron wall display mounts; a clamp with heart-shaped handle; a wall-mounted meat rack; a hanging candlestick/hook; eight small trivets, one heart-shaped; two tin and iron candle sconces; one floor-standing candlestand; two rushlight holders; and two hanging oil lamps, one with rooster finial.
H: 35 in. (tallest)
PROVENANCE:Collection of the late Hans U. Jahn, Charlottesville, VA.
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Large collection of twenty-seven wrought iron and metal fireplace and lighting implements 18th/19th century Comprising three fire strikers, one in the form of a bird; a tin or brass matchbox; five betty hooks, two inscribed with monogram "FR" and "MR", all with custom iron wall display mounts; a clamp with heart-shaped handle; a wall-mounted meat rack; a hanging candlestick/hook; eight small trivets, one heart-shaped; two tin and iron candle sconces; one floor-standing candlestand; two rushlight holders; and two hanging oil lamps, one with rooster finial.
H: 35 in. (tallest)
PROVENANCE:Collection of the late Hans U. Jahn, Charlottesville, VA.
