This exquisite pair of antique brass Shabbat candlesticks exemplifies traditional Ashkenazi Jewish design from Eastern Europe, likely Poland or Russia, where such items were handcrafted for home ritual use. Each candlestick stands 6.5 inches tall, with a 4.5-inch diameter circular base for stable placement on a dining table or sideboard. The design features a gently flared, trumpet-shaped base transitioning into a slender, knopped baluster stem that swells into a bulbous, onion-domed capital serving as the drip pan and candle socket. The interior of the socket is threaded or fitted for standard taper candles, with remnants of old wax adding to the lived-in charm. The brass has developed a rich, mottled patina: warm golden highlights on the upper surfaces contrast with deeper brown oxidation and patches of authentic green verdigris on the bases and crevices, evidence of decades of ceremonial use and storage. Weighing 1 pound per piece, they feel substantial in hand, with faint maker's marks or casting imperfections possibly visible upon close inspection. These are not ornate synagogue pieces but humble, functional heirlooms meant for family Shabbat tables, evoking the warmth of pre-WWII Jewish life. No hallmarks are evident, but the style aligns with late 19th- to early 20th-century workshop production.

Age: Late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1880-1920). The organic patina, lack of machine-tooled precision, and traditional form point to pre-industrial hand-casting techniques common in Eastern European Jewish communities before mass production in the 1930s. Similar pieces from Polish workshops like Norblin or Fraget date to this era, and the absence of modern plating or engravings supports this timeframe.

Origin: Eastern Europe, most likely Poland (Warsaw region) or Russia, where brass Shabbat candlesticks were prolifically made by Jewish artisans in the late 19th century for local and émigré markets. This style—simple yet elegant baluster form with verdigris-prone bases—is iconic of Polish Judaica workshops, influenced by both local metalworking traditions and religious needs. Many such pieces emigrated with families fleeing pogroms or during the Holocaust, adding poignant historical provenance.

Item dimensions for each candlestick: 6.25" tall × 4.5" wide × 4.5" deep  

Total weight of items: 2 lb (1 lb each)