FROSTED STARS KEROSENE BRACKET LAMPS, LOT OF TWO,
frosted and colorless,
each tapered form with a frosted band of stars, having a peg indention to the underside, each having a brass collar and side refill feature with a brass cap. Each fitted with a period slip burner and matching Frosted Stars ball shades.
Maker unverified.
Fourth quarter 19th century.
10 1/2" and 10 3/4" H to top of shades, 4 1/4" H to top of collar.
Provenance:Michael Carter collection, Hanover, PA.
Condition
One undamaged; other nearly undamaged with the collar having splitting, some scattered surface wear, and some interior residue; one shade having a slight purple tint. Each having some some expected light roughness to the fitters and rims, as made.