This is a hand wrought iron household lighting device commonly used in country homes. When candles were available, they were used. When candles were not available rush soaked in fat could be burned. The rushlight measures 9 1/2" tall. These were are more likely to be English or European than American because they are so early. This example has a repair to one of the penny feet indicating lots of wear. Rushlight devices are usually prior to 1800. $525.00
#3677 1.5 lb.
Hand wrought or hand forged iron was made by the local blacksmith. He made many household items including utensils, tools, lighting, and farm implements.
