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Artifact

Snake Candlesticks

Description

  • Matching pair of brass candlesticks in the shape of a cobra snake with its head raised. 
  • Candle holder is on top of each snake's head. 

Background Information

  • Purchased as a memento, likely from India, by John Growder whose international oil drilling career lasted 32 years, taking him to India, Arabia, Japan, and Egypt. 

Map Location

Latitude: 27° 23' 43.328" N
Longitude: 95° 37' 49.588" E

Date

1898-1922

Dimensions

inches
Length:
5.0
Width:
5.0
Height:
8.5

Events, Places, People

  • John Growder
  • India

Originating Location

AsiaIndia

Subject