New Forest Candle Stick, Roman
New Forest Candle Stick, Roman
New Forest Candle Stick, Roman
New Forest Candle Stick, Roman

New Forest Candle Stick, Roman

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Details

We based these decorative candlesticks on finds from the Roman kilns discovered in the New Forest, Hampshire, a site that was a prolific centre of pottery production in the 3rd century AD.

This superb site was ideal for pottery production with a ready supply of good quality clay, sufficient timber for fuel and access to running water. This abundance of essential materials resulted in potters developing a thriving pottery industry spread over a wide area and consisting of many kilns. These kilns were often found in clusters so the potters could maximise their production capacity. It also suggests Roman potters used the sites for long periods with new kilns built when an old kiln became damaged from use.

The site has been a rich source of evidence for fine Romao-British pottery, with archaeologists having unearthed many decorative and fine vessels. However, it was not just fine tableware such as these candlesticks that were being produced, and it is evident that coarser kitchenware was also being manufactured at this site. It is a site of great importance, and these candlesticks are just one of the many treasures that have been unearthed.

'Add To Cart' items are ready to send straight away. Please be aware that if bought alongside 'Pre-order' items, your order will be sent when all items are ready. 

'Pre-order' items are made to order, and we will dispatch them as soon as we have handcrafted them for you; this usually takes 90 days, but international orders can take a little longer.

Production

As with all our Museum Quality Replicas, we have made this pot, as the original would have been, entirely by hand from natural clay and using replicas of the types of tools that the ancient makers would have used. As each pot varies, you may not receive the vessel in the image, but you can be sure that your pot will be one of a kind due to the variations caused by the firing process. 

 Material

 White earthenware, red slip decoration 

Dimensions

Approx 100 mm high, 90 mm diameter

Health and Safety

Before attempting to use your candlestick, you must read the safety instructions. 

ONLY use your candlestick for holding and burning wax candles.

You may need to trim the end of your candle to ensure that it securely fits within the aperture of the candlestick. DO NOT light the candle if it is unstable within the aperture. Trim and fit the candle to ensure a stable and secure fit within the aperture

Place the candlestick on a stable and non-flammable surface, far from any sources of heat. 

Always snuff out the flame, never blow it out. Never use water to extinguish the flame. Extinguish the candle by snuffing it out with a metal spoon. 

DO NOT attempt to move or pick up your candlestick whilst the candle is lit.

Ensure that there are no flammable materials above or near the candle and candlestick. 

DO NOT leave your candle unattended whilst it is lit.

This candlestick is not a toy; KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Use of this candlestick is at your own risk; we cannot take responsibility for accidents or injury caused by the use of candles.

Postage

All items are sent using a second-class postal service; if you wish to have an item sent first-class, don't hesitate to contact us for a quote. Many Thanks

 

 

 

 

SHIPPING
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Shipping costs are worked out during checkout. They are based on where you are in the world and how heavy your parcel is, which can be very variable.

All items are sent using a second-class postal service. If you wish to have an item sent first class, please contact us for a quote. Many Thanks

RETURNS
If you aren't completely satisfied with your Potted History piece, please get in touch to organise a return. Email us at

clare@rothburycreates.co.uk

Then you can send it back at your own cost in an unused condition within 30 days, and we'll refund you for the cost of the item or items returned. If you include your order number with the returned package, that will speed things up. Please leave any original packaging intact.

Our returns address is:
Potted History, Gregory Court, Rothbury, Northumberland, NE65 7SW

PRODUCT VARIATION

Please be aware that due to items being handmade and finished, colour variations will occur during the making process, and each replica will have some differences.  Also, know that the item photographed may not be the one that you receive, and colours can appear differently on different screens.  Please ensure you look at all the images to get a fully formed idea of the item you are ordering as we try to capture the variations within the images we share.  If you prefer a specific colour variation, please contact us before ordering.