School: Carrickgorman

Location:
Carrickgorman, Co. Cavan
Teacher:
M. Fleming
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    This 'rush candlestick' is about 39 inches in height, is made from iron apparently by a blacksmith.

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    This metal 'grisset' was used for preparing the tallow in when making candles.

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    This metal 'grisset' was used for preparing the tallow in when making candles. The pan of it is 8 inches by 3 inches, and the handle is 8 inches long. It is also owned by Mr Phil Carrol, Dromore, Bailieboro'.
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