19th c. Industrial Morse Code Lamps c.1881 Industrial Object Mies van der Rohe allegedly

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CREATOR Art Metal Construction Co

Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark

An original track trophy with a Bakelite base and brass plaque

19th c. Industrial Morse Code Lamps c.1881 Industrial Object Mies van der Rohe allegedlyABOUT A pair of 19th century Morse Code transmitter and receiver converted into lamps. Original bronze and brass mechanisms stamped with maker's mark and patent dates "Feb. 15, 1881". Both on wooden bases. Original maker's plaque on transmitter. New turned bronze and brass light mechanisms added to both pieces. Edison bulbs included. CREATOR J. H. Brunnell & Co. New York. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1881. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Bronze, Brass, Wood.