Candlestick 1700 - 1800

"Candlestick" is a silver candlestick created by the Spanish silversmith Diego Gonzales de la Cueva in the 18th century. This piece, now located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the craftsmanship of the era. It's characterized by its elegant, symmetrical form with a fluted shaft and a flared, octagonal base. The candlestick's refined design speaks to the artistry and sophistication of silverwork in the late Baroque and early Neoclassical periods.