1891 - 1900 Whitall Tatum Apothecary Pharmacy Store Show Globe Jar Table Lamps
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:140351 |
PLEASE READ THIS LISTING IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE PLACING A BID ON THESE ITEMS.This listing is for a pair of rather spectacular circa 1890-1900 apothecary show globes made by the Whitall Tatum Co. and shown in their annual catalog as "Combination Show Jars". We don't believe they were a regular production item but that someone has professionally converted them to table lamps many years ago as we are unable to find them in the few of their annual catalogs searchable in on-line museums. It...'s possible they were made into lamps shortly after production as all of the metal work appears to have the same finish & patina.
These glass globes are the premium floral wheel-cut etched versions which were an option and a significant bump in cost at the time and seldom seen. The original brass tops and bottoms, threaded support rods with acorn finials have all been reconfigured to convert them into table lamps. Each has a threaded center rod that connects the base to the top, and which runs inside a ribbed glass column. The bottom of the globes are drilled for the threaded rod to attach to the base; the globe tops were manufactured with openings to allow them to be filled with colored water as was the custom at the apothecary shop in the day.
The lamps measure approx. 22-1/2" to the top where the short length of fluted brass rod extends to the socket; 36" to the top of the harp; 39-1/2" to the top of the finial; 9" diameter at the base. Overall condition is very good; there is typical wear to the brass finish as to be expected having been used over some 120 years. Please examine all photos carefully as they best indicate the condition of the items being sold.
The cord, socket and harp appear to be new replacements. The brass filigree finals appear period and are three dimensional in construction. The fabric shades are lightly soiled and will not be sold or shipped with the lamps.
SPECIAL NOTE ON BIDDING: YOU ARE BIDDING ON (1) LAMP ONLY; THE HIGH BIDDER CAN ELECT TO PURCHASE ONE OR BOTH AT THE SAME PRICE. That means if the high bid is $250 when the auction ends and you want both lamps your final purchase price will be $250 x 2 = $500, plus the cost of shipping x 2. If you have any questions please contact us before bidding.
These lamps are BIG & HEAVY - they weigh 15 lbs. each before packing. They will be shipped individually. We take great pride in packing to withstand the rigors of transit but if you live within a hours drive of seacoast New Hampshire we would be thrilled if you would come pick them up. Really. There is no international shipping on this item.
These glass globes are the premium floral wheel-cut etched versions which were an option and a significant bump in cost at the time and seldom seen. The original brass tops and bottoms, threaded support rods with acorn finials have all been reconfigured to convert them into table lamps. Each has a threaded center rod that connects the base to the top, and which runs inside a ribbed glass column. The bottom of the globes are drilled for the threaded rod to attach to the base; the globe tops were manufactured with openings to allow them to be filled with colored water as was the custom at the apothecary shop in the day.
The lamps measure approx. 22-1/2" to the top where the short length of fluted brass rod extends to the socket; 36" to the top of the harp; 39-1/2" to the top of the finial; 9" diameter at the base. Overall condition is very good; there is typical wear to the brass finish as to be expected having been used over some 120 years. Please examine all photos carefully as they best indicate the condition of the items being sold.
The cord, socket and harp appear to be new replacements. The brass filigree finals appear period and are three dimensional in construction. The fabric shades are lightly soiled and will not be sold or shipped with the lamps.
SPECIAL NOTE ON BIDDING: YOU ARE BIDDING ON (1) LAMP ONLY; THE HIGH BIDDER CAN ELECT TO PURCHASE ONE OR BOTH AT THE SAME PRICE. That means if the high bid is $250 when the auction ends and you want both lamps your final purchase price will be $250 x 2 = $500, plus the cost of shipping x 2. If you have any questions please contact us before bidding.
These lamps are BIG & HEAVY - they weigh 15 lbs. each before packing. They will be shipped individually. We take great pride in packing to withstand the rigors of transit but if you live within a hours drive of seacoast New Hampshire we would be thrilled if you would come pick them up. Really. There is no international shipping on this item.
