Gentlemen Ranchers : Artifacts and Photographs
Here's the Story:
At the turn of the century the Rocky Pine Ranch did not have electricity or running water. As one of the first residents of the farm, Lura Cox Hilton (Granny) had to do her evening sewing by candlelight. This stag candlestick holder was one that they used only for special occassions and holidays.
Collection:
Rocky Pine Ranch Collection
Object Id Number:
1999.1.13
Object Name:
Candlestick
Date Item Created:
1900 ca.
Material:
Bronze
Description:
Cast bronze figural candlestick in the form of a stag. It is approximately 12 inches high. The antler tines hold two candles.
Subjects:
Candlesticks
Lighting
Figurines
Search Terms:
Rocky Pine Ranch
People:
Hilton, Lura Cox
Hilton, Ernestine McMillan
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