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Rush Light Holder

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-124-2025.102
Item type
Domestic Objects
Household Items
Lighting
Themes
Social History
Material
Iron
Metal
Height or length
304 mm
Contextual information

A rush light holder is a device, typically resembling pliers or a clamp, used to hold a rushlight – a reed soaked in fat and lit for early forms of lighting. These holders were designed to angle the burning rush for optimal light and often included a candle holder for less frequent use.

Keywords
household
Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
Social or spiritual significance
Last modified
Thursday, 26 March, 2026
Completeness
61
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