Just to illustrate how Carder would change the functions of his designs to accommodate a buyer, the second calcite dome in yesterday’s Gazette in the the illustrated drawings, was also available as an aquarium. I have one that came from his house and I have also seen one in a wrought iron stand. So if we think we are looking at a shade or any other of his designs in which we think we know the use, it is probably best to keep all other options open.

Bobby Rockwell