c. 1940s Old Mr. Boston Advertising Bottle Display w. Gilbert 8-Day Clock tubular frame each fitted with a deeply

each fitted with a deeply ribbed etched glass shade

23" W x 11" D x 36"H

It sits on a tapered base with embossed concentric circles and includes two points of articulation at the top and bottom of the pole

The lid lifts to reveal a divided interior with fitted compartments designed to hold small cigarette packs

meant to contract the widespread adulteration

c. 1940s Old Mr. Boston Advertising Bottle Display w. Gilbert 8-Day Clock tubular frame each fitted with a deeplyc. 1940s; mfd. by Gilbert at Winstead for Ben Burk Inc. Boston This oversized Old Mr. Boston advertising display was cast in the form of the brand's iconic bottle, complete with raised lettering, embossed top hat mascot, and a Gilbert 8 day mechanical clock fitted into the front panel. The tan and black painted surface shows moderate wear to the paint. The clock itself is marked by Gilbert of Winsted, Connecticut, one of America's most prolific makers