Lantern, Kerosene

Object/Artifact

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Historic Charlton Park

Name/Title

Lantern, Kerosene

Description

Kerosene lantern with a circular base and a cylindrical portion in the middle, which has a burner attached to it. The burner consists of a round, wick-adjusting knob, a ring with circular vents, and a dome-shaped emitter with an opening across the top. The burner has a series of metal wires connecting it to the large, side frames of the lantern. A dark, tinted glass chimney sits on top of the burner and has a pear-shaped body. It is capped at the top by a circular disc, which is connected to the frame of the lantern. The corners of the frame are ruffled. A looped metal handle is attached at the top of the frame.

Acquisition

Accession

c.27

Dimensions

Height

14-1/2 in

Width

7-1/2 in

Diameter

5-3/4 in