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Pair of Large Brass Ship's Lights

Offered by: Yew Tree House

Description
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".

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	1900-1919
Condition:	Good. Good antique condition
Creation Date:	1915
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	YEWTR00002006
Incollect Reference #:	788503

Dimensions

W.	14 in;	H.	17 in;	D.	12 in;
W.	35.56 cm;	H.	43.18 cm;	D.	30.48 cm;

Message from Seller:

Yew Tree House Antiques, established in 1991, specializes in unique pieces with “soulfulness of character,” carefully curated by Kevin Kleinbardt and Ahna Petersen. Visit us at The Gallery at 200 Lex in New York City or contact us at 212.249.6612 | ythantiques@yahoo.com.