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CAS 0389-1063A,B   CAS 0389-1063A,B; Chafing dish burner / candle holder (?)
Category Jewelry & Metalwork
Object Name Chafing dish burner / candle holder (?)
Culture European or Euro-American
Global Region Europe or North America
Country unknown
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Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture
Collection Name Rietz Collection of Food Technology
Materials Metal: brass; Tin
Description Round brass bowl-like container (with tin base) on three feet with pierced sides and bail handle; Tin insert is pierced on base and sides and is presumably intended to hold a candle.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 8.8, Max Diam = 13.6