Mid-Century Cast Iron Tripod Candleholders rug stretcher This rare original color plate

This rare original color plate comes from an atlas by René Henri Digeon of plates for color matching

Constructed of leather-covered cardboard with a red fabric lining

and the shape and size of the bowl

I just love this little purple-glazed face

Mid-Century Cast Iron Tripod Candleholders rug stretcher This rare original color plateI believe this pair was designed by Jens Quistgaard and produced in Japan for Dansk, but they are only marked Japan on the undersides, so could possibly be "after" his design. In any event, definitely mid century, cast iron, and in very good used condition, and sized for standard taper candles. Viewed at eye level, with their spindly legs, they also remind me a bit of Louise Bourgeois spiders! Great for all the time use. 3 5 8" long on each side, 2 3