14. Candle Snuffers
Candle snuffers were elegant, practical tools designed to safely extinguish candle flames without splattering hot wax or creating smoke. With a simple bell-shaped cap on a handle, users could neatly cut off the oxygen supply and douse the flame. This daily ritual was essential in candlelit homes, long before the convenience of flipping a light switch. Today, candle snuffers seem quaint, but they reveal the thoughtful care once required just to manage household lighting.
