Candle snuffer

Object Number: 
1920.56
Date: 
1700-1800
Medium: 
Iron
Dimensions: 
Overall: 7/8 x 6 1/8 x 1 1/2 in. ( 2.2 x 15.6 x 3.8 cm )
Description: 
Scissor-shaped candle snuffer with lobe-shaped blades and curved handles.
Credit Line: 
Gift of Samuel V. Hoffman
Provenance: 
The George W. Nash Collection of Ulster County, New York Household Artifacts
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Creative: Tronvig Group