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Lampstand

1911 Encyclopedia Britannica

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a pillar, tripod or figure extending to the floor for supporting or holding a lamp. The lampstand (lampadere) is probably of French origin; it appears to have been in use in France before the end of the 17th century.

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Chisholm, Hugh, General Editor. Entry for 'Lampstand'. 1911 Encyclopedia Britanica. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​bri/​l/lampstand.html. 1910.
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