A simple, honest object shaped by use: this unmarked pewter chamberstick features a wide drip tray, flared candle cup and a looped handle designed to be grasped in low light. There’s a small secondary socket — possibly once holding a snuffer — hinting at its practical past.
Likely dating to the late 19th or early 20th century, this piece wasn’t made to impress, but to be carried from room to room, over floorboards and stone, in the quiet hours. A piece of domestic history, modest and functional.
Details
- Era: Late 19th to early 20th Century
- Origin: Likely British or Northern European
- Materials: Pewter
- Dimensions: [Dimensions not provided — please supply if available]
- Condition Notes: Aged surface with minor wear and patina; structurally sound
- Provenance/Story: Sourced from a private collection; chosen for its utilitarian design and quiet charm
- Care Tips: Wipe with a soft dry cloth; do not polish to retain original patina