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Pair of Large Brass Ship's Lights

$7,900per set
£5,969.77per set
€6,893.62per set
CA$11,039.06per set
A$12,248.76per set
CHF 6,416.17per set
MX$150,202.73per set
NOK 81,611.42per set
SEK 77,037.70per set
DKK 51,410.04per set
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About the Item

A pair of large size brass ship's lights of semi-circular form with domed covers and retaining pole mount hardware and original fresnel glass lenses, now wired for modern bulbs, with blacksmith-made custom iron wall supports. With raised lettering to the top screw covers "Durkee Marine Products Corp Staten Island. NY". Probably circa 1910-20. The C.D. Durkee company made high-quality marine hardware in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and was considered "The Tiffany of the Trade".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Lampshade:
    Not Included
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1915
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Greenwich, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YEWTR000020061stDibs: LU798344085792

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