If you have a nearly spherical glass bowl, like a goldfish bowl, and you fill it with water, you can position it near the candle so that it focuses a lot of the candlelight into a small bright area over on the other side of the bowl.
Before gas or electric light was available, this was used a lot to let people do detailed work like watchmaking or embroidery when there wasn't enough daylight. You can sometimes see these candle globes in folk museums.
2006-09-14 09:15:39
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answered by Anonymous
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A glass surround or a reflective background works best. In the 18th century, mirrors were often placed stratigically around the room to reflect and amplify the light of the candles.
2006-09-14 07:47:30
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answered by ladyscott 3
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By making sure all the lights are off and try putting the lit candle near a mirror where the light will be reflected off of the mirror which gives it a double appearance and an awesome glow!
2006-09-14 07:48:15
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answered by Anonymous
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put mirrors by it, this reflects the light thus amplifying it in the room
2006-09-14 07:47:28
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answered by Anonymous
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Mirrors.
2006-09-14 07:52:43
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answered by tbear 2
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with a light focusing lens..
these are called "freznel" lenses, and what they use in lighthouses to amplify the light of the beacon..
2006-09-14 08:28:20
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answered by lugar t axhandle 4
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Longer wicks often work best...But try covering with something semi-see through...i.e, similar to the effect you get with a lampshade.
2006-09-14 07:51:40
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answered by brandie m 1
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Among other things others have suggested Light more candloes.
2006-09-14 08:01:23
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answered by Dr M 5
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Put a mirror under it.
2006-09-14 07:47:33
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answered by OOO! I know! I know! 5
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have a longer wick put a mirror behind it
2006-09-17 16:58:22
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answered by Anonymous
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