Name/Title
Griswold Hotel LampEntry/Object ID
2017.001.001Description
Silverplate table lamp, made and plated by Reed & Barton, early 20th century electric lamp with pull chain, "The Griswold" etched on the base. The Griswold Hotel, formerly located on Shore Ave. in Groton, was built in 1906 by Morton F. Plant and remained in operation until 1967.Collection
Jim Streeter CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2017.001Source or Donor
Streeter, James L.Acquisition Method
DonationMade/Created
Manufacturer
Reed & BartonTime Period
20th CenturyPlace
* Untyped Place
Taunton, MassachusettsEdition
0920Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Makers MarkLocation
BaseTranscription
"Made & Plated by Reed & Barton, 0920"Language
EnglishType
InscriptionLocation
BaseTranscription
"The Griswold"Language
EnglishLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
Lamp, ElectricNomenclature Primary Object Term
LampNomenclature Sub-Class
Lighting DevicesNomenclature Class
Lighting EquipmentNomenclature Category
Category 02: FurnishingsProvenance
Notes
From a collection of cutlery, dishware and other items from the Fort Griswold House and Griswold Hotel, collected by Jim Streeter.
