Description
This gold squirrel taper candle holder brings a small woodland character to a mantelpiece, a shelf or a dining table. The squirrel sits upright on a round base with its bushy tail curled up behind it, and in its front paws it holds a bobbled cone that forms the cup for a single taper candle. The whole piece is finished in a rich metallic gold with plenty of texture, from the fine lines of the fur and tail to the hammered edge of the base, so it catches the light whether the candle is lit or not. It is made from resin, also known as polystone, and measures 10.1cm tall, 10.3cm wide and 5.5cm deep.
At 10.1cm tall, it suits the spots where a tall candlestick would feel too much: a bedside table, a bookshelf, a windowsill or the centre of a small side table. Being only 5.5cm deep, it sits comfortably on a mantelpiece or a narrow ledge without crowding it. The gold finish sits happily alongside brass, warm wood and cream, and the woodland theme suits a country cottage look as well as a modern room with natural textures. We think it makes an easy present, small enough to wrap neatly and full of character once it is unwrapped.
The resin body holds the fine detail of the fur, ears and tail, and the round base gives it a flat, even footing. Choose a taper candle that fits the cup snugly and stands straight, set the holder on a flat surface away from curtains and anything that could catch, and never leave a burning candle unattended. To keep the gold looking bright, dust it with a soft dry cloth rather than using water or household cleaners. Between candles, it still works as a little gold ornament in its own right, so it can stay out on the shelf all year.
Specification
| Material |
Polystone |
| Colour |
Gold |
| Height |
10.1cm |
| Width |
10.3cm |
| Depth |
5.5cm |
| Weight |
0.22kg |
Frequently Asked
What size is the squirrel candle holder?
It measures 10.1cm tall, 10.3cm wide and 5.5cm deep, so it fits neatly on a mantelpiece, a windowsill or a narrow shelf.
What kind of candle does it take?
It is a taper candle holder. The bobbled cone in the squirrel's paws forms a cup for a single taper candle, and we suggest choosing one that fits snugly and stands straight.
What is the candle holder made from?
It is made from resin, also known as polystone, and finished all over in metallic gold that picks out the texture of the fur, tail and base.
How should I look after the gold finish?
As general good practice, dust it with a soft dry cloth and keep water and household cleaners away from the gold finish.
Does it work as a decoration without a candle?
Yes, the seated squirrel on its round base makes a charming little gold ornament for a shelf or side table even when no candle is in the cup.