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2334
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$237.00
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TWO SHIP’S LANTERNS.First quarter, 20th century, England and New York. 1) A copper ship’s trawling lantern, impressed with maker’s badge for the Kingston Steam Trawling Co., St. Andrew’s Dock, Hull, England. Cap mounted with two hasps, opening to a lantern chamber, which retains its kerosene lamp insert and mirrored reflector. Additionally fitted with a large clear Fresnel lens. 2) Brass masthead lantern fitted with clear Fresnel lens with hinged cap and side mounting brackets and with impressed maker’s badge marked “PERKO TRADEMARK” and with company name of “PERKINS MARINE LAMPS & HOWE CORP” of Brooklyn, New York. Lantern electrified. SIZE: 1) 22″ h. 2) 17-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: From a private Massachusetts collection. CONDITION: 1) Fitting to cap and base out of round, bent, and with tear to collar of lid. Small shallow dents and dings throughout. Lens with several small chips, otherwise intact. 2) With old solder repairs above lens, electrified as noted. Now with applied lacquer finish. Lens with multiple small and shallow chips, otherwise intact. Good overall. 50800-90 (200-300) – Lot 2334
Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day. |