Kandelaar van glad zilver met korte stam en ronde voet, speeltafelkandelaar of reiskandelaar 1779

This silver candlestick, created by Dutch silversmith Martinus van Stapele in 1779, is a refined example of 18th-century craftsmanship. The candlestick features a smooth, polished silver body with a slender stem and a wide, flared base, possibly intended for use on a table or during travel. Its elegant form and meticulous detailing are characteristic of the Rococo style, popular during this period. This candlestick would have been a prized possession, reflecting the owner's wealth and taste.