Description
Bring a touch of maritime history into your home with this striking Antique Baldwin-Brockett Ship's Telegraph Lamp, expertly crafted from an authentic-style engine order telegraph mounted as a table lamp. Featuring the iconic command dial with nautical orders including Finished With Engines, Stop, Stand By, Slow, Half, and Full, this statement piece evokes the golden age of steamships and ocean liners.
The telegraph face is marked Baldwin-Brockett, a respected maker of marine navigational equipment, and is paired with a richly turned dark wood pedestal, brass accents, and a classic linen shade that complements both traditional and coastal interiors. Whether displayed in a library, office, study, or nautical-inspired living space, this lamp is both functional lighting and an exceptional conversation piece.
Perfect for collectors of maritime antiques, naval décor, or anyone looking to add a unique historical element to their home.
Details
Antique Baldwin-Brockett ship's engine order telegraph converted into a table lamp
Original-style telegraph face with classic engine commands
Turned hardwood pedestal with brass base and stem
Linen empire shade included
Electrified and ready for use
A distinctive accent for coastal, traditional, industrial, or library interiors
Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: practically perfect. there might be imperfections that are not readily visible to my eyes.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Walnut
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
The telegraph face is marked Baldwin-Brockett, a respected maker of marine navigational equipment, and is paired with a richly turned dark wood pedestal, brass accents, and a classic linen shade that complements both traditional and coastal interiors. Whether displayed in a library, office, study, or nautical-inspired living space, this lamp is both functional lighting and an exceptional conversation piece.
Perfect for collectors of maritime antiques, naval décor, or anyone looking to add a unique historical element to their home.
Details
Antique Baldwin-Brockett ship's engine order telegraph converted into a table lamp
Original-style telegraph face with classic engine commands
Turned hardwood pedestal with brass base and stem
Linen empire shade included
Electrified and ready for use
A distinctive accent for coastal, traditional, industrial, or library interiors
Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: practically perfect. there might be imperfections that are not readily visible to my eyes.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Walnut
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Design Modified; Some Imperfections; practically perfect. there might be imperfections that are not readily visible to my eyes.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
35 x 16 x 16 in
Antique Baldwin-Brockett Ship's Telegraph Lamp
Estimate $250-$750
Starting Price
$50
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Objects & Interiors I
Aug 7, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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