Early 1900’s Solid Brass 17” Ornate Candle Holder W/ Detachable Butterfly

Description: Early 1900’s Solid Brass 17” Ornate Candle Holder W/ Detachable Butterfly Your Purchase Helps Support A Disabled Army Veteran Injured In Iraq This solid brass candle holder is a unique addition to your decor. It has an attachment with a slot to insert a butterfly at the top. The attachment with the butterfly can spin around the candle holder stem. In the 16th through 19th Century Asian cultures; prostitution was prevalent. For those working in the trade, they had signals or ways to advertise that they were available. One such way was through a candle holder that had a screen that could be rotated to hide or reveal the flickering flame. If the candle was blazing with a wick visible, then the lady was in and available; if the candle light was blurred by the screen - then she was "busy". This candle holder with a butterfly (which has been used to imply a lady of the evening) is great for a butterfly collector or for one who is always looking for the odd bits. It measures approximately 17” tall, 12” without the butterfly, and 5” over the bottom. I will have to take apart to ship. The butterfly simply inserts into the slot. It is in excellent condition and has been polished to restore its shine. Feel free to ask any questions about this product by contacting us. Our products are packed meticulously in safe packaging to ensure your treasure arrives in excellent condition and your item is in the mail in usually 1 business day from payment. By shopping with Foxhall Collectibles, you are supporting a disabled U.S. Army veteran who was injured in Iraq. 4380

Price: 75 USD

Location: Washington, District Of Columbia

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