Torchholder, 19th century

Gwneuthurwr anhysbys

Spiralling and tapering form stands on circular base decorated with parallel and contiguous bands of running patterns surmounted by a broad band with stylised hunting scene with the central portion in form of flower and foliage. The upper portion has a decorated band divided into eight sections each showing men and beasts preying upon each other.

Copper

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