Revolutionary War era Iron Loom Light, circa 1760 – 1785

This is another early piece coming out of a 60-year collection of French & Indian War, Revolutionary War, and War of 1812 artifacts. Being offered is a rare Revolutionary War pendant candle holder or loom light. They were often hung from a horizontal iron rod fastened to the front of a loom to provide light for the weaver. They were also hung off the back of slatted chairs.  

This one is very unique with its twisted rod as an offset of the straight four-sided rod in between, and a single candle socket with an overlapped seam. It has an overall measurement of 10 ½” x 2” wide x 7/8” opening for the single candle.

The first discovery of American bog iron was made in 1630 near what is now the town of Saugus, Massachusetts. A primitive smelter was built, and Colonists began to manufacture iron utensils, candle sticks, and Betty lamps like the ones they first brought over on the Mayflower. 

These early loom lights are very hard to find, and this one is especially nice. This collection began in the late 1950s and was created by private acquisitions, closed museums, and lake divers. The collector meticulously displayed and cataloged every piece along with any known provenance.  As with all the pieces in this esteemed collection, a Certificate of Authenticity will be included.