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Chamberstick

c. 1900
Subcollections
Domestic Items or Equipment
Overview

A wide shallow enamel tray with a loop handle attached to the rim. On parts of the rim is a blue enamel edging. In the centre is tall and small circular tray with a hole in the centre which has the remnants of a candle.

Historical information

The wide central tray provided support for a candle, minimizing the risk of it being knocked over. The loop handle on the bottom tray meant the chamberstick could be moved around. It was commonly used in the bedroom at night. The wide tray was also useful to hold matches.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-202-HS1985.21
Item type
Lighting
Material
Enamels
Width
17 cm
Height or length
4.2000 cm
Depth
14 cm
Year
c. 1900
Public location
Last modified
Tuesday, 5 May, 2026
Completeness
94
Rights category
Date of creation +70 years
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Courtesy of Katanning Historical Society.

Katanning Historical Society

Katanning Historical Society

Chamberstick
Chamberstick

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