Candlestick 1870 - 1875

"Candlestick" is a white milk glass candlestick made by Henry Whitney between 1870 and 1875. It depicts a female figure holding a candlestick on her head, representing the classical revival style popular during this period. The candlestick, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcases the intricate details and delicate craftsmanship of 19th-century American glasswork. The milky white glass adds to the elegant and timeless beauty of the piece.