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Old Ship Signal Light Box, Sconce, 1920s

About the Item

This antique bad boy has been repainted a number of times but it still feature its original glass panels in red, green and yellow and its original reflective inner disc in polished brass. It has been it use on an unknown ship in Denmark for several years. It was manufactured in Denmark circa 1920 or a bit earlier. It has been converted from petroleum to an electrical sconce.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.6 in (32 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Additions or alterations made to the original: Working and decorative order. The original case and chimney has been refinished. It has been converted from petroleum to a regular european electrical circuit. One corner of the green glass panel has a chip (photo 9). Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Working and decorative order. The original case and chimney has been refinished. It has been converted from petroleum to a regular european electrical circuit. One corner of the green glass panel has a chip (photo 9).
  • Seller Location:
    Esbjerg, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1782224393852

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