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Brass candlestick BAT 3068
Tongs BAT 3087
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BAT 424
This candlestick has a solid base and is unlike the more delicate candlesticks from the Vergulde Draeck; it is pos- sible that this type was o f more use on board a ship because of its stability. Traces of wax were noted in the candle holder.
Brass tap BAT 3260
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The tap is typical of the 17th century. Unfortunately, there is no mark on the tap handle. Similar to taps found on the
Vergulde Draeck and either for the bottlers kist or alternatively requisitions for the Indies. 163
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Brass tongs used for bringing coals to light a pipe, but also used to raise the wick of an oil-lamp and other fire- related tasks.
BAT493
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