Indian Wood Candle Holder

Short, stout and ringed in the middle like a tiny barbell.

This carved teak candle holder is from India, and dates to the 19th century. It is carved teak wood. The natural oils in teak make it generally resistant to moisture and insects, so it is known for lasting a long time. Dark stubby form with a flat square-ish head, a narrow neck and a bulging ring halfway down its shaft. A wide cylindrical base finishes the piece. The surface is rough, dark gray-brown and finely cracked. It is 9.5 inches high and 3 in diameter.

Compact and burly, like a small dumbbell.