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Lighting
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For most colonial homes, keeping interior spaces lit was limited to a combination of natural light and whatever light emanated from a fireplace. Well-to-do households often contained a variety of lighting implements, including candlesticks, candelabra, chandeliers, and wall sconces of brass, copper, silver, and even gilt bronze. Related accessories included candle snuffers and wick trimmers; silver models might be engraved with family crests, arms, or a monogram.
