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Description:
Fifteen Metal and Glass Skater Lanterns, late 19th/early 20th century, with brass or tin bodies, the globes in blue, green, colorless, and red glass, ht. to 7 in.
Note: one of these lanterns (aqua glass and brass) is marked on the wick adjuster "Made in Hong Kong."
Estimate $600-800
all glass appears colored rather than flashed or sprayed.
Marks include: "BABY" embossed in glass of smallest, which retains ring and chain; an obscured "Litt...." mark on red one; Four marked "JEWEL"; the cobalt one marked "WBGC Waterbury CT" on adjuster; Aqua example marked "Made in Hong Kong."
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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