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historically important early 20th century ornamental cast iron exterior city of detroit street lamppost "pineapple" finial with uniform brushed metal finish
  • historically important early 20th century ornamental cast iron exterior city of detroit street lamppost "pineapple" finial with uniform brushed metal finish
  • historically important early 20th century ornamental cast iron exterior city of detroit street lamppost "pineapple" finial with uniform brushed metal finish
historically important early 20th century ornamental cast iron exterior city of detroit street lamppost "pineapple" finial with uniform brushed metal finish

historically important early 20th century ornamental cast iron exterior city of detroit street lamppost "pineapple" finial with uniform brushed metal finish

SKU: UR-27145-17
original and completely intact two-part early 20th century city of detroit municipal street lamppost "pineapple" finial likely fabricated by or for general electric, schenectady, n.y., u.s.a. the pineapple-shaped finial was originally mounted on fluted city street lampposts containing a fanciful arc lamp bracket. the oversized decorative component dates to 1910-20. the cast iron finial features deep relief acanthus leaves resting atop an urn. the pineapple is recognized as a traditional expression of “welcome” throughout the south and in areas along the eastern seaboard. the original circular-shaped base remains intact. the brushed metal finish has been sealed with a clear coat lacquer. the base measures 8 inches in diameter. the overall height measures 23 3/4 inches.

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