candelabrum

1. A movable candle lampstand with central shaft and, often, branches or a decorative representation thereof.

2. A lighting device designed as an architectural fixture, composed as in definition 1, above. Also see lamp post.

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WRAPPING ivy and roses around a candelabra creates a stunning centrepiece for a really special party.

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Chrome candelabra, pounds 4.99, Woolworths (01706 862789, www.woolworths.co.uk)

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Create the look of a grand salon with this floor-standing five-arm candelabra, pounds 250.

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Transform the humble tea light by popping a few into any one of these fab candelabras. Great for the festive period or for any time you want to enjoy a warm, flickering glow.

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Based on Thorson''s autobiography, Behind The Candelabra is a handsome biopic which trades biting wit and heartbreak to lay bare the couple's bonds.

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Send your answer on a postcard to Behind the Candelabra Competition, PO Box 4010, E14 5BA - or email to filmcomp@people.co.uk - by Friday October 18.

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BEHIND THE CANDELABRA (15) SCOTT THORSON (Matt Damon) meets choreographer Bob Black (Scott Bakula) in a gay bar and the two head to Las Vegas to enjoy a sold-out performance by Liberace (Michael Douglas).

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HBO's Behind the Candelabra was the most awarded programme with eight Emmys.

Behind-the-scenes programming personnel get due recognition

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