Kandelaar, vierdelig c. 1590 - 1596

This four-part candlestick, made of pewter, dates back to the late 16th century, likely between 1590 and 1596. The candlestick features a simple, elegant design, with a wide, flared base and a narrow, cylindrical stem that supports the candle holder. The base of the candlestick has a raised lip around the edge, likely intended to catch wax drippings. This piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is an example of a practical household object from a bygone era.