Question: Can You Shed Light On This Candlestick?

This picture of a fascinating candlestick with a snake coiling up it was sent to me by Susan Arbos, who wants to learn more about it.

Susan said: "This candlestick was found in my mother's possessions, no idea where it came from. Do you have any ideas what and when it would have been used for? Any info would be helpful."

Apart from thinking that it looks vaguely Victorian, I have no idea idea where or when it was made. I've never seen another one like it.

So, I throwing the question open: can anyone shed any light on when or where this candlestick might have been made?

Do you think it would have been intended for a normal domestic home or some special purpose?

If you have any ideas, either leave a comment below or email Susan at sarbos@hotmail.com

I am always happy to be sent witchy photos to put on A Bad Witch's Blog, whether they are of things you have questions about or not.  You can send pictures to badwitch1234@gmail.com

Links and previous related posts
http://www.badwitch.co.uk/2018/08/pagan-eye-lammas-meltdown.html
http://www.badwitch.co.uk/2018/10/a-little-history-of-candle-making.html
http://www.badwitch.co.uk/2018/08/the-museum-of-witchcraft-magics.html
http://www.badwitch.co.uk/2016/02/review-pagan-portals-candle-magic.html