American F-1093
Description
American solid copper and brass Navy ships binnacle with interior mounted compass, brass carrying handle, side mounted kerosene lantern, rear mounting bracket and brass plate inscribed “U.S. NAVY / BU. OF SHIPS / THE LIONEL CORPORATION / NEW YORK”. Mid 20th Century.
$ 5,500 Retail
CREATOR: Lionel Corporation NY (Manufacturer)
OF THE PERIOD: American Craftsman
PLACE OF ORIGIN: United States
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: Circa 1942
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Cast Brass, Hammered Copper, Hand-Crafted Glass
CONDITION: Excellent
WEAR: Wear consistent with age and use
HEIGHT: 9.5 in. (24 cm)
WIDTH: 8.75 in. (22 cm)
DEPTH: 9 in. (23 cm)
Golden & Associates Antiques
206 King St. Charleston, SC 29401
Reference Number: F-1093