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19c Argand Lamp CLARKCOIT CARGILL NEW YORK #1128107

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19c Argand Lamp CLARKCOIT CARGILL NEW YORK #1128107
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A Fine, Must See, Must Own Piece!</em></td>
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In high relief, with a central urn form adorned with heavy glass hanging prisms each arm lavishly accommodating the stylized 7.75 inch frosted glass and etched shades, originally gas, electrified in the early 20th century and bearing the CLARKCOIT & CARGILL N. YORK insignia plate and would make a rare and unique addition to any fine household or collection.

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Argand's design featured the incorporation of hollow cylinder within the circular wick, which allowed air to flow both inside and outside the flame at the upper edge of the fuel-soaked wick. The addition of a cylindrical glass chimney created greater draft, promoting steadiness in the flame by preventing side draughts. Argand successfully obtained a patent for this lamp while living in England in 1784, and lamps built to his patent were quickly accepted throughout Europe, becoming the most common illumination in both public buildings and private homes.
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<tr><td>Condition:Normal wear to the dore, otherwise excellent working condition.</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:Circa 1830</td></tr>


<tr><td>Height:22.25 Inches</td></tr>

<tr><td>Width:19.5 Inches</td></tr>

<tr><td>Title:19c Argand Lamp CLARKCOIT CARGILL NEW YORK</td></tr>



<tr><td>Location:Long Island, NY</td></tr>
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