Antique pricket stick (large candlestick holder)

A pricket is a term used to describe a spike, often made of metal attached to a base, that is used to hold a candle securely in place. The base of a candle is inserted onto the pointed ste, holding it upright and preventing it from tilting or falling. Prickets were commonly used in medieval and Renaissance times as a practical and decorative element in candle holders. They provided stability to the candle while also serving as an ornamental feature. Over time, candle holder designs have evolved, and prickets are now found in historical, religious or antique candle holders, adding a touch of traditional craftsmanship to these pieces.

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Pair of French brass prickets, each approx 30 cm high (2)

French Brass Prickets (Pair) - 30 cm High

Pair of French brass prickets, each approx 30 cm high (2)

Antique French small prickets, approx 46 cm high

Antique French Prickets (46cm)

Antique French small prickets, approx 46 cm high

A set of four French 19th century prickets. 55 cm high.

French 19th Century Prickets Set (55 cm)

A set of four French 19th century prickets. 55 cm high.

French pricket lamp, approx. 47 cm high

47cm French Pricket Lamp

French pricket lamp, approx. 47 cm high

French 18th century carved gilt wood pricket converted to a…

18th Century Gilt Wood Pricket Lamp

French 18th century carved gilt wood pricket converted to a lamp, approx 158 cm high

A impressive tall French Renaissance style silvered metal…

French Renaissance Pricket Lamp - 140cm High

A impressive tall French Renaissance style silvered metal pricket lamp, 140 cm high

French style painted pricket

Charming French Pricket

French style painted pricket

A pair of large French turned walnut pricket candlesticks. 70…

French Walnut Pricket Candlesticks - 70cm

A pair of large French turned walnut pricket candlesticks. 70 cm high

Antique French pricket converted to a lamp, approx. height 98 cm

French Pricket Lamp - 98cm Height

Antique French pricket converted to a lamp, approx. height 98 cm

Pair of carved and gilded Italian pricket sticks, 18th century…

18th Century Italian Gilded Pricket Sticks (Pair)

Pair of carved and gilded Italian pricket sticks, 18th century elaborate foliate decoration each standing on three scrolling feet, spiked platform top (2). Height 87 cm

Spanish 19th century, a good pair of giltwood ecclesiastical…

Giltwood Altar Candlesticks from 19th Century Spain

Spanish 19th century, a good pair of giltwood ecclesiastical altar candlesticks. Height 65 cm. Provenance: Purchased from Wendy Hart antiques