Salesman’s Sample Porthole

Product Description
Salesman’s Sample Porthole: Wonderful, early, salesman’s sample porthole from the Pittsburgh Lamp Brass & Glass Co. Very unusual and high quality piece, is a working 1/4 scale model porthole, w/ heavy brass case and working hardware, that is covered w/ etched promotional advertising on glass. Complete and excellent, w/ nice surface patina to its original wooden presentation base (base has some scattered upper surface finish wear).

Size: 2.5 x 4.75 diameter
Date of Sale: 6/10/11

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