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Wed, Apr 2, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Lot 11

Griffin of London Science Lantern

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$200,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000

A Griffin of London Science Lantern, 19th Century.
Having Mahogany brass and metal lamp house, two side opening doors, adjustable lens and top mounted apparatus with rack and pinion focusing, tole painted metal chimney.

H: 18 W: 23 D: 7 1/2 in.

Condition

Original light source missing.  Light source electrified with halogen lamp.  Interior modified with Transite heat deflectors.  Lenses have fine scratches. Wooden case has scruffs, joint separations, and cracks.  Rack and pinion focus functions.   

 

 

Overall Dimensions
Height: 18.00
Width: 23.00

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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum.