Pair of candlesticks (part of a toilet service) 1683 - 1684

These silver candlesticks, created by William Fowle in 1683-1684, are a striking example of 17th-century English craftsmanship. The octagonal bases and the elegant, tapering stems are characteristic of the period, and the engraved floral motifs add a delicate touch. As part of a larger toilet service, these candlesticks would have been used for illuminating a dressing table or other intimate spaces. They now reside in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, showcasing Fowle's talent for exquisite silverwork.