Argand lamp

1825-1840

Place madeBoston, Massachusetts, United States, North America

Brass, glass

Overall: 17 3/4 x 12 x 5 3/8 in. ( 45.1 x 30.5 x 13.7 cm )

Purchase

1988.7ab

DescriptionBrass single arm Argand lamp with removable frosted and cut shades, with original font mechanism and partial wick holder; central section consists of pedestal with urn at top; perpendicular arm supports wick holder and shade. Lamp now electrified.

Markingsstamped label: on base of wick holder: "J.B. JONES & CO./BOSTON/WARRANTED"

ClassificationsBASE METALS