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Acroterion Bespoke Engraved Hookah Base Photophore of Large Scale

Offered by: Acroterion

Description
A wonderful bespoke photophore, hurricane, or storm lantern of monumental scale by Acroterion having a large rolled-rim clear glass shade mouth blown and hand-formed by master glassblowers Nathan Hoogs and Elizabeth Crawford of Hoogs & Crawford, Canaan, New York, secured by sealing wax in the traditional manner to an antique 19th century Indian mughal style engraved brass hookah base included with both a removable brass pillar candle holder and japanned tin crimped-rim taper candle holder. An Acroterion original only available through Acroterion.com and Incollect.com. Additional measurements: Shade 14.75" high x 10.25"; base 10.75" high x 10.5".

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	New
Materials:	Antique engraved brass base, blown glass
Condition:	New. Glass is new. Antique base having wear commensurate with age and use.
Styles / Movements:	Bespoke, Indian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental
Incollect Reference #:	755289

Dimensions

H.	25.5 in;	H.2.	10.75 in;	Diam.	10.5 in;
H.	64.77 cm;	H.2.	27.31 cm;	Diam.	26.67 cm;

Message from Seller:

Founded in 2012 by Randal Dawkins, Acroterion is a by-appointment gallery in New York’s Hudson Valley, specializing in carefully curated fine and decorative art from ancient to contemporary. With a focus on timeless, unique objects, the collection reflects Dawkins' expertise and passion for exceptional design. Phone: 917.656.5863 | Email: info@acroterion.com

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