Antique Pullman Railroad Brass Hat and Coat Shelf With Retaining Scrolls, C. 1905-1925

Details

Description

Early 20th-century authentic Pullman-style railroad passenger car hat and coat shelf, constructed in heavyweight solid brass and designed for secure … Read more Early 20th-century authentic Pullman-style railroad passenger car hat and coat shelf, constructed in heavyweight solid brass and designed for secure wall-mounted storage within luxury railcar interiors. The fixed shelf features four parallel brass rods with turned finials and original retaining scrolls, a. functional detail specific to transportation hardware intended to prevent items from shifting wile in motion.

The shelf is supported by cast brass wall brackets with period-correct mounting geometry, consistent with installation in wood-paneled passenger cars. The brass surface retains its original aged patina, evidence of authentic long-term use rather than restoration.

A rare and sculptural architectural object, suitable for functional use in an entryway, dressing room, or mudroom, or as a statement installation in a library, boutique, or hospitality interior.

Origin: American railroad Pullman-style passenger car, circa 1905-1925

Surface has been intentionally left unpolished to preserve original patina and historical integrity. See less