MakerProbably
Thomas Messenger and Sons(English, active 19th century)English, active 19th century
Retailer
John and Joseph Cox(American, active 1818–1852)American, active 1818–1852
CultureEnglish
Titles
- Argand Lamp (one of a pair)
Datec. 1830–1850
Retailed inNew York , New York, United States
Made inBirmingham, England
MediumBrass and glass
Dimensions21 1/2 × 19 1/2 in. (54.6 × 49.5 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Miss Ima Hogg
Object numberB.68.15.2.A-.C
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Chillman Parlor
On view
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
Provenance[The Green Bottle Antique Shop, Houston]; purchased by Miss Ima Hogg, 1968; given to MFAH, 1968.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
[none]
Stamped on bottom: J & I Cox New York
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