Summary
White enamel candlestick holder used by staff at a Victorian mental hospital circa 1930-1960.
Physical Description
Candlestick is round, hollowed and saucer-shaped. Coated with white enamel it features a navy ring handle. It also has navy edging and candle cup. Contains a 23cm long white candle.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services, May 1985
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Place & Date Used
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Classification
Medicine & health, Mental health - institutional life, Illumination
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
16 cm (Length), 13 cm (Width), 27 cm (Height)
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Maximum dimensions
160 mm (Length), 135 mm (Width), 55 mm (Height)
Measurement From Conservation.
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References
card with exhibit.
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Keywords
Candlesticks, Hospitals, Light Sources, Psychiatric Services, Making History - Psych Services
