19th c. Industrial Morse Code Lamps c.1881 Industrial Object CREATOR Art Metal Construction Co

CREATOR Art Metal Construction Co

The highly ornate central axis features a rope pattern motif with a beaded border

Given the function of this piece

Cleveland Petroleum Products Co was formed in 1920 and was registered for the storage and distribution of petroleum fuels

19th c. Industrial Morse Code Lamps c.1881 Industrial Object CREATOR Art Metal Construction CoABOUT A pair of 19th century Morse Code transmitter and receiver converted into lamps. Original bronze and brass mechanisms stamped with maker's mark and patent dates "Feb. 15, 1881". Both on wooden bases. Original maker's plaque on transmitter. New turned bronze and brass light mechanisms added to both pieces. Edison bulbs included. CREATOR J. H. Brunnell & Co. New York. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1881. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Bronze, Brass, Wood.