The Antiquarian at Greenwich

Pair of French Gilt Bronze and Glass Candlesticks with Robinson Crusoe and Man Friday.

   A pair of cut crystal and gilt and patinated bronze candlesticks depicting Robinson Crusoe and Man Friday. The novel originally published in 1719 and written by Daniel Defoe was the source of a cottage industry of decorative arts themed pieces through out the 18th and 19th century. Decorated with figures of Robinson Crusoe and Man Friday respectively.   Circa 1820-1840

Dimensions: H: 12 x W: 7 x D: 5
each