Gaulard & Gibbs Switch, 1882-1888
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Artifact Overview
Artifact Details
Artifact
Electric switch
Date Made
1882-1888
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Likely manufactured by Lucien Gaulard himself for his and John Dixon Gibbs' firm.
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
29.1333.320
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company.
Material
Glass (Material)
Wood (Plant material)
Copper alloy
Metal
Color
Brown
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 10.5 in
Width: 13 in
Length: 4.5 in
Inscriptions
etched on glass:
GAULARD & GIBBS System
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