Chamber candlestick 1715 - 1716

This silver chamber candlestick, crafted by Thomas Folkingham between 1715 and 1716, is an example of early 18th-century English silversmithing. The piece features a circular base with a raised rim and a central candle holder, designed for use with a single candle. The distinctive handle, shaped like a scrolled leaf, suggests the candlestick was intended for personal use, perhaps within a private chamber. The piece is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.