Vintage Swedish Candle Holder - Toarpskronan - 3 in 1

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Excellent vintage condition. Made of black wrought iron. Included are many decorative items for different occasions and seasons. You can combine and rearrange as you like with the various decorations. Height 17 cm - 7" Diameter 21 cm - 8" History of Toarpskronan Toarpskronan isa chandelier in rustic allmoge style . It was created and produced during the second half of 1800's by the blacksmith Per Persson ( 1825-1909 ) in the village Ammarp , Toarp in Västergötland . The crowns were not sold by Persson , but was given away as gifts for family and neighbors . The crowns were decorated - often with crepe paper and apples - and was used for major ceremonies . No one knows exactly how many chandeliers were made by Persson , but six of the original crowns are preserved , including one at Borås Museum . We will always combine shipping whenever possible. More information at m e above.