Object number
59/117
Description
Nothing is known of the origin of this rushlight holder. Rushlights became common after 1709 with the introduction of a tax on candles.
Nothing is known of the origin of this rushlight holder. Rushlights became extremely common after 1709 with the introduction of a tax on candles, which lasted until 1831. Rushes were peeled and the pith was weathered and immersed in hot bacon fat and left to dry, before being burned.
Physical description
1 rushlight holder: metal; good condition
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External document
- L:\MERL\Objects\JISC 2012\60 series negatives\60_4125.tif - High resolution image
