Argand Annular Chandelier with a Mustard Yellow Finish

This chandelier was purchased by the National Park Service for a restoration in the Akron, Ohio area at the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The chandelier is hung in the Mustill Store, an establishment that sold dry goods and ship supplies to barge operators on the Ohio and Erie Canal. The store and a house are located adjacent to the canal lock.

The Argand annular chandelier was originally designed in such a way so that the font threw very little shadow. These chandeliers were commonly used in stores, workrooms, and factories. This particular chandelier was electrified; note that, the source of light is in the same location as it would be if the lamp were oil burning. The electrical wires that run up along the three chains that support the font are barely noticeable.