Koken Barber Pole

 Revolving Wall Model 119


Information

aw item number:  1996.013
manufacturer:   Koken Barber Supply Co., St. Louis, Missouri
model number:  119
original location:  Hotel Marquette Barber Shop, Cape Girardeau, MO
color:  White, Red, Blue & Black

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size:  12"L x 43"H x 16"W
glass cylinder:  8" x 19" date manufactured:  circa 1935
paper cylinder:  6-3/4" x 19" acquisition date:  3/19/1996
globe:  4 x 10" status:  Collection

description:  One of the largest revolving, wall mounted barber poles manufactured by Koken. Standard features include; complete cast iron construction with porcelain enameling, illuminated revolving cylinder and opal glass globe.

information:  Original clock-work motor was replaced with a modern electric motor. 

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