Halliwell Device Appraisal

Halliwell Inc. Model 49 Electrical Device with Art Deco Label

This appears to be a section of a cylindrical electrical device, likely a motor, transformer, or similar industrial/commercial equipment, manufactured by Halliwell Inc. of New York, N.Y. The item's body is finished in a textured, light brown or tan material, possibly a specialized insulation, paper, or composite board, which shows signs of age and minor surface imperfections like scuffs and uneven texture. Strategically placed metal bands, possibly steel or aluminum, encircle the cylindrical body, serving either for structural reinforcement or as part of its operational components. Predominantly, the item is distinguished by its attached, circular black metal data plate or label, secured by two visible metal rivets. The label features white (or silver-colored) etched or printed text and a prominent Art Deco-style graphic depicting a stylized face in profile with flowing hair, indicative of an aesthetic prevalent in the early to mid-20th century. The data plate provides critical manufacturing details: 'VOLTS 110', 'CYC 60', 'AMPS AVG 4.5', 'MAX 6.5', 'MOD 49' (Model 49) and 'SER N0965' (Serial Number N0965). The manufacturer is clearly stated as 'HALLIWELL INC.' with the location 'NEW YORK, N.Y.'. The Art Deco illustration, combined with the electrical specifications, suggests the item may date from the 1930s or 1940s, a period when such functional equipment often incorporated contemporary design elements. The overall condition shows expected wear for an item of its presumed age and function, including some minor surface abrasion on both the cylindrical body and the data plate itself, but no significant damage that would obscure its identification or primary features. The craftsmanship appears robust, consistent with industrial-grade mechanical or electrical components of the era.