Antique Nautical Marine Brass Gimbal Swivel Hurricane Candle Holder Sconces- Set of 2

Pair of 19th century brass nautical / maritime / marine / railway / sailing ship’s swiveling / gimbal wall sconce pair. Simple column design with pointed / weighted bases that can be removed from bracket for use and a handheld torchiere light. Frosted glass shades held in place with three screws. Single taper candle cup screws into the top of the sconce, supported on an interior spring.

“A gimbal is a pivoted support that permits rotation of an object about an axis. For example, on a ship, the gyroscopes, shipboard compasses, stoves, and even drink holders typically use gimbals to keep them upright with respect to the horizon despite the ship’s pitching and rolling.”

Dimensions:
3.5″ x 5.75″ x 13.75″ (Width x Depth x Height)