Wrought iron candleholders

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The Colonial Revival of the early 20th century created a new demand for objects that evoked cultural memories of the nation’s  past. When technological advances lessened the demand for traditional blacksmithing, Cornelius Kelley of Deerfield, Massachusetts, shifted his attention to creating decorative ironwork. The Indian House Memorial in Deerfield opened in 1930, as a museum and display space for traditionally handcrafted objects.  Kelley was commissioned to create dozens of wrought iron items, including these candleholders .

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Item typeLighting Device
CreatorKelley, Cornelius
Datecirca 1925
PlaceDeerfield, Massachusetts
TopicColonial Revival, Arts and Crafts Movement
EraProgressive Era, World War I, 1900–1928
MaterialMetal
Process/FormatHammered
Dimension detailsHeight: 15.00 in
Catalog #1998.19.01-.02
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Kelley, Cornelius. Wrought iron candleholders. ca. 1925. Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, American Centuries. https://americancenturies.org/collection/1998-19-01-02/. Accessed on December 6, 2024.

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