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Pineapple Items
The pineapple has served as a symbol of hospitality and welcome since early colonial days.
Christopher Columbus was introduced to the pineapple when he and his men landed on the Caribbean island of Guadaloupe. The pineapple was a staple part of native feasts and celebrations.
In the American colonies a hostess would display a fresh pineapple in the center of the dining table when special visitors were being entertained. Hospitality was an important part of colonial life and was taken very seriously. The pineapple expressed the warmest welcome a hostess could extend to her guests. The pineapple was served as dessert after the meal if the family was financially well off. If the family could not afford a pineapple a grocer would often rent them one for a small fee and then, when it was returned, sell it to a more affluent customer. Even though not permitted to eat the pineapple, visitors did appreciate the consideration extended by their host or hostess.
It is from this symbolism of hospitality and wealth that the pineapple came to be an important decorative element in Colonial homes.
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Price $43.80
Beautiful one Arm Pineapple Sconce, heavy Silver plate on brass. This heavy casting measures 8" high and 4-3/4" wide. The silver is treated with an anti-tarnish finish to keep it shining. Weight: 1 lb 12 ounces
In Colonial America, a fresh pineapple was often the center of the dining table when visitors were present. Visiting was the primary means of entertainment and cultural exchange, so the concept of hospitality was a central element in colonial life. The pineapple symbolized the warmest welcome a hostess could extend to her guests, and it often served as the dessert after the meal.
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Price $43.80
Beautiful one Arm Pineapple Sconce, heavy Pewter plate on brass. This heavy casting measures 8" high and 4-3/4" wide. The Pewter is lacquered to maintain its luster. Weight: 1 lb 12 ounces
In Colonial America, a fresh pineapple was often the center of the dining table when visitors were present. Visiting was the primary means of entertainment and cultural exchange, so the concept of hospitality was a central element in colonial life. The pineapple symbolized the warmest welcome a hostess could extend to her guests, and it often served as the dessert after the meal.
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Price $39.80
Beautiful one Arm Pineapple Sconce in solid brass. This heavy casting measures 8" high and 4-3/4" wide. The brass is lacquered to keep it shining. Weight: 1 lb 12 ounces
In colonial America, a fresh pineapple was often the center of the dining table when visitors were present. Visiting was the primary means of entertainment and cultural exchange, so the concept of hospitality was a central element in colonial life. The pineapple symbolized the warmest welcome a hostess could extend to her guests, and it often served as the dessert after the meal.
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Price $83.75
Sold in pairs, these traditional Pineapple Bookends in cast brass were a Colonial favorite and are still cherished for their timeless beauty. Each bookend measures 6-3/4" high by 4-1/2" wide and weighs 1 pound 11 ounces. The pair weighs 3 pounds 6 ounces.
The pineapple has served as a symbol of hospitality and welcome since early colonial days.
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Price $29.95
This traditional pineapple trivet is cast from solid brass in a beautiful design. This would be a lovely addition to any table or wall. The brass is lacquered to keep it shining. The pineapple trivet measures 7" by 6" and stands 1" high on four rubber covered feet. Weight: 15 ounces.
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Price $26.45
This traditional pineapple trivet is cast from solid brass in a beautiful design. This would be a lovely addition to any table or wall. The brass is lacquered to keep it shining. The pineapple trivet measures 6-1/2" by 5-1/4" and stands 1" high on three rubber covered feet. Weight: 14 ounces.
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Price $51.25
The same as our popular BS1025 Pineapple Sconce, but as a hurricane lamp. The pineapple, a traditional symbol of hospitality, once graced colonial tables. Let this same symbol grace your wall. The sconce is of solid brass, and is lacquered to maintain it's shine for years to come. The hurricane glass (included) protects flames from drafts. This sconce weighs 1 pound 13 ounces without the glass. Available in polished brass, or our silver or pewter finishes.
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Price $55.75
The same as our popular BS1025S Pineapple Sconce, but as a hurricane lamp. The pineapple, a traditional symbol of hospitality, once graced colonial tables. Let this same symbol grace your wall. The sconce is of solid brass with a heavy silver plate, and is lacquered to maintain it's shine for years to come. The hurricane glass (included) protects flames from drafts. This sconce weighs 1 pound 13 ounces without the glass. Available in polished brass, or our silver or pewter finishes.
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BS1059P Pineapple Hurricane Sconce, Pewter
Price $55.75
The same as our popular BS1025 Pineapple Sconce, but as a hurricane lamp. The pineapple, a traditional symbol of hospitality, once graced colonial tables. Let this same symbol grace your wall. The sconce is of solid brass with a heavy pewter plating, and is lacquered to maintain it's luster for years to come. The hurricane glass (included) protects flames from drafts. This sconce weighs 1 pound 13 ounces without the glass. Available in polished brass, or our silver or pewter finishes.
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