Chamberstick with snuffers (one of a pair) 1792

This ornate silver chamberstick with snuffers was created by John Scofield in 1792. The chamberstick, which is a type of candlestick used for holding a candle, is made of silver and features a decorative design with a round base and a tall, slender candle holder. It also features a snuffer, a tool used to trim the wick of a candle. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this exquisite piece of silverwork. This type of chamberstick was a popular item in the 18th century and would have been used in homes for lighting and decoration. The work of Scofield is largely unknown but this chamberstick is a testament to his craftsmanship.