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original "jazz age" c. 1933 american antique ruby red glass interior elevator lobby indicator plaque replacement directional arrow inset
  • original "jazz age" c. 1933 american antique ruby red glass interior elevator lobby indicator plaque replacement directional arrow inset
  • original "jazz age" c. 1933 american antique ruby red glass interior elevator lobby indicator plaque replacement directional arrow inset
  • original "jazz age" c. 1933 american antique ruby red glass interior elevator lobby indicator plaque replacement directional arrow inset
original "jazz age" c. 1933 american antique ruby red glass interior elevator lobby indicator plaque replacement directional arrow inset

original "jazz age" c. 1933 american antique ruby red glass interior elevator lobby indicator plaque replacement directional arrow inset

SKU: UR-20755-14
early 1930's original and intact ruby red glass deeply embossed elevator plaque replacement directional arrow inset or panel possibly fabricated by the kopp hlass company, pittsburgh, pa. the pressed glass arrow was originally mounted in a elevator directional plaque that was illuminated from behind. the glass panel is free from cracks or breaks. a completely intact elevator plaque with directional arrows is available. only one in stock. the 16-story 1933 cincinnati times-star stepped back limestone landmark building was designed built in cincinnati by the architectural firm of samuel hannaford & sons (known for designing the city's music and city hall) in the art deco style. the decorated limestone stepped facade pays homage to the printing and publishing businesses. four massive corner columns, standing 200 feet above ground level represent patriotism, truth, speed and progress. the newspaper plant occupied the first six stories while the floors above were mainly offices. the cincinnati times-star was an outgrowth of several newspapers owned by cincinnati's taft family. at the time, charles phelps taft was editor. when the newspaper ceased operations in 1958, any and all assets were purchased by the newspaper's rival (the cincinnati post), who later moved into the building, occupying it until 1984. during the late 1980's the building was bought by hamilton county and renamed 800 broadway. the extant building is currently used for county offices and juvenile courts. measures 2 3/4 x 3 3/4 inches

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