Sconce

Object/Artifact

Historic Hudson Valley

Name/Title

Sconce

Entry/Object ID

PM.65.320

Description

Sconce: reflector decorated with openwork and punched designs of heart, tulips; saucer-like drip-pan, with bolted-on cylindrical lipped socket; wired for electricity.

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown

Attribution

Maker

Notes

Dates: 1668 - 1699 Date made: r. 1668 - 1699

Other Names and Numbers

Other Numbers

PCR 1955, 1959

BOX 37

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Max w. pan

Height

9-1/2 in

Diameter

8 in

Dimension Notes

Display Dimensions: 9 1/2 x 8 in. (24.1 x 20.3 cm)

Material

brass

Condition

Notes

Remarks: Old repair has given way; pan and reflector are bent and corroded; repair would be difficult; waxy polish worn off on pan; significant scrapes to pan where electrified.

Notes

Remarks: Details of condition: Old repair needs resoldering.

General Notes

Note Type

Curatorial Remarks

Note

This object was determined to be damaged beyond repair and was removed from the collection [Jessa J. Krick, 12/19/2010]. As of 3/16/00 the sconce was in Kate Johnson's office at 150 White Plains Road. It is in need of conservation. (JTR)

Note Type

StorageNote

Note

Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Administrative Office, Not specified