candle-case; candle-mould BM-As1893-0320.83

Period:Qing dynasty Production date:19thC(late)
Materials:white metal
Technique:
Subjects:dragon
Dimensions:Diameter: 5.10 centimetres Length: 19.20 centimetres Weight: 312 grammes

Description:
Tapering conical “candle case”, candle mould, made of white metal. Design consists of a five clawed dragon chasing the flaming pearly of wisdom, cloud and wave patterns all in high relief. There is also a removable stopper that fits inside the widest end of the mould.
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Comments:British and Medieval Dept. Register, v.6, p.244 “candle case”. Temporary Register (1861-1921), p.65. Attached card label “29b” in ink (previous collection number). The majority of this collection is in Oriental Department. (AMD,1996).