Bidspirit auction | Dietz, Brother & Co. Solar

Dietz, Brother & Co. Solar Lamp - Origin: New York, New York Date: Circa 1855 Period/Style: Mid-19th century Maker: Dietz, Brother & Co. Materials: Brass, cut glass, frosted glass, and electrical components Form: Solar lamp, converted to electricity Description: An American brass solar lamp by Dietz, Brother & Co., later converted to electricity. The marked circular font is raised on a slender cylindrical standard and stepped square base, with a lower gallery hung with faceted cut-glass prism drops. A later frosted glass shade of bulbous hurricane form has a flared scalloped rim and silvered floral sprig decoration. The lamp retains its period font and framework beneath the electrical socket conversion. Marks: Applied oval plaque stamped ”DIETZ, BROTHER & CO. / 132 WILLIAM ST. / NEW YORK.” Dimensions: 23 in. H, 8.5 in. shade diameter, 5 in. W and D at base. 6.5 in. fitter. Shipping note: Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing or shipping services. For this auction, and only for property we determine can be reasonably transported, Stevens Auction Company will, at the purchaser's written request after the auction, deliver the property to The UPS Store #3164, 1020 N Gloster St, Tupelo, MS 38804, for third-party packing and shipment. Whenever possible, purchasers should contact the store at (662) 840-7222 or store3164@theupsstore.com and obtain a packing and shipping quote before requesting delivery. Store information is available at https://locations.theupsstore.com/ms/tupelo/1020-n-gloster-st. The purchaser is solely responsible for selecting and paying for all packing, shipping, insurance, and related services directly with The UPS Store. Delivery is provided solely as a courtesy, at the purchaser's request and sole risk. Stevens Auction Company assumes no responsibility or liability for loss, damage, delay, packing, handling, transportation, shipment, or any claim arising from delivery to or possession by The UPS Store. Purchasers requesting this service must notify Stevens Auction Company promptly after the auction at info@stevensauction.com. Property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within that period is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item under our terms and conditions. Additional recommended third-party shippers and information are available at stevensauction.com. Condition: The brass has generalized tarnish, oxidation, spotting, scratches, and rubbed high points. Several prisms have edge nicks and chips, and the drops hang at uneven heights. The shade has light scratches, residue, and wear to the silvered decoration. No obvious shade crack is apparent. The shade appears later. The lamp has been converted to electricity and illuminates, but the wiring has not been safety tested. Electrical inspection is recommended before use.