{"product_id":"mid-victorian-burr-walnut-candle-stand","title":"Mid-Victorian Burr Walnut Candle Stand with Fixed Arm","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMid-Victorian Burr Walnut Candle Stand with Fixed Arm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare mid-Victorian burr walnut reading and candle stand, dating to circa 1860–1870. Its finely turned structure combines a compact occasional table with an integrated candlestick supported on a fixed wooden arm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnglish mid-Victorian candle stand, circa 1860–1870\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCircular top veneered in richly figured burr walnut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrated candlestick supported on a fixed projecting arm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely cut barley-twist central column\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurned upper and lower baluster sections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarved tulip-form collar above the platform base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal segmented lead weighting concealed within the base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree carved scroll feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact chair-side proportions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinely carved gadrooned lower collar above a broad circular platform base, raised on three scroll feet that visually balance the slender column.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis mid-Victorian burr walnut candle stand was designed as a practical chair-side table with its own dedicated source of light. The circular top provides space for a book, correspondence or a glass, while the candlestick is held independently on a fixed wooden arm beneath the top.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe projecting arm positions the candle beyond the edge of the tabletop, bringing the flame closer to a seated reader while keeping heat and wax away from anything resting on the surface. This unusual arrangement places the design between a traditional candlestand, a Victorian reading stand and a small occasional table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe circular top is veneered in richly figured burr walnut and framed by a moulded edge that gives definition to its compact proportions. Beneath, the stand is supported by a particularly well-cut barley-twist column with turned baluster sections above and below the spiral.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the base of the column, a carved tulip-form collar leads into the circular walnut platform. Concealed within the base is an original segmented lead-weighted ring. This lowers the centre of gravity and helps counterbalance the permanently projecting candle arm while giving the tall, slender structure greater stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe barley-twist turning draws upon 17th-century English furniture, while the burr walnut, scrolling feet and integrated candle arm place the stand firmly within the mid-Victorian period. It is an intelligently constructed design in which material, proportion and balance are equally important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore further examples within our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/campbellvintage.co.uk\/collections\/antique-tables\" title=\"Explore further examples within our collection of antique tables, including Georgian, Regency and Victorian occasional furniture.\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecollection of antique tables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including Georgian, Regency and Victorian occasional furniture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wider history of these overlapping forms is explored in our article on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/campbellvintage.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/victorian-candle-stand-design\" title=\"The wider history of these overlapping forms is explored in our article on Victorian candle stands, wine tables and reading stands.\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictorian candle stands, wine tables and reading stands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions (Approx.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 74cm including the candle holder 88cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop diameter: 32 cm with the extended candle holder 40.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall width including fixed candle arm: 40.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll dimensions are approximate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurr walnut veneer, solid walnut and secondary timber, with traditional turned construction, slotted screws and a segmented lead-weighted ring concealed within the platform base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe candle stand remains sound overall, with surface wear, marks, colour variation and finish disturbance consistent with its age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe burr-walnut top displays areas of minor historic bubbling, minor veneer losses and surface marking. Age-related knocks, abrasions and shrinkage lines are also visible around the platform base and carved scroll feet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe candle-holder fixing and the small loss at the junction between the tulip-shaped sconce stem and fixed arm have been sympathetically repaired. The arm is stable and the candle holder is fully functional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese signs of age have been retained as part of the candle stand’s history and do not detract from its strong proportions, structural integrity or unusual design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs form part of the condition report.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin and Period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnglish, mid-Victorian period, circa 1860–1870.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyling Suggestions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tall, slender proportions make this Victorian candle stand particularly suitable beside a reading chair, library armchair or sofa. It could also serve as a compact occasional table in a study, bedroom or quiet corner where a conventional side table would appear too broad or heavy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fixed arm gives the stand a distinctive asymmetrical outline and should be positioned towards the chair, reflecting the way the candle holder was originally intended to be used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat was a Victorian candle stand used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt provided a small chair-side surface while elevating a candle to a useful height for reading, writing or needlework.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the candle arm rotate?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The candlestick is carried on a fixed projecting wooden arm designed to position the candle beyond the edge of the tabletop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy is the platform base lead weighted?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe concealed lead ring lowers the centre of gravity, counterbalances the projecting candle arm and gives the slender stand greater stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Object Stands Apart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interest lies not only in the figured burr walnut and finely cut barley-twist column, but in the relationship between the fixed candle arm and weighted base. Each element has a practical purpose, creating a compact piece of Victorian furniture designed to bring light and a useful surface directly beside a seated reader.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Campbell Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57483457266039,"sku":"1002140","price":1150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0476\/1459\/1133\/files\/DSCF7420_0f91ed9a-0ab1-4767-bf06-b39a84168b0b.jpg?v=1790336040","url":"https:\/\/campbellvintage.co.uk\/products\/mid-victorian-burr-walnut-candle-stand","provider":"Campbell Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}