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What is a taper stick?
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Taper sticks are particularly intended to handle thinner, tapered candles. During the 1700s, they were required as frequently as possible in daily life. One popular usage was for melting the wax seals used in letter-writing. The wax could be dazzled with an intaglio cut with initials or a peak at the place where it was dissolved. Shop a range of antique and vintage taper sticks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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Westhampton /// Contemporary Thomas McKnight Screenprint Hamptons NY Modern Art
By Thomas McKnight
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Thomas McKnight (American, 1941-)
Title: "Westhampton"
Portfolio: The Hamptons
*Signed by McKnight in pencil lower right
Year: 1987
Medium: Original Screenprint on soft-white...
Category
1980s Contemporary Landscape Prints
Materials
Screen
Tiffany & Co. Plain Wedding Ring, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This classic Tiffany & Co. wedding band is handcrafted in platinum and finished with a high-polish surface that exudes timeless elegance. Its clean, minimalist design offers a refine...
Category
2010s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings
Materials
Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond (Approx 0.60-Carats) Diamond Cluster Ring, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring features a center cluster of old European cut diamonds with a total approximate weight of 0.60 carats. The diamonds exhibit a warm J color and a clarity range of ...
Category
2010s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Alexander McQueen 2004 Ivory Satin Draped Halter Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Alexander Mcqueen 2004 Silk Dress with Asymmetric Bottom.
Light Smoke Style Printing
Size M
Low back - Halter Dress
Very Good Preloved Condition
Category
Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Set of Four Antique English Porcelain Bowls in Imari Style by Coalport Ca. 1825
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in Katonah, NY
This set of four antique porcelain bowls was made by Coalport in England, circa 1825.
Each bowl is hand-painted in a vibrant interpretation of the Imari style, with rich orange flora...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Regency Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
6 French Art Deco Dachshund Basset Hound Knife Rests, Light Blue Glass, 1930s
Located in Vienna, AT
A set of 6 utterly charming 1930s Art Deco glass dog rests for knives, featuring a delightful depiction of a dog—possibly a Basset Hound or a Dachshund / Sausage Dog / Wiener Dog. Cr...
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Glass
