Lantern with glass lens

Name/Title

Lantern with glass lens

Entry/Object ID

2022.11.44

Description

Lightweight metal lantern with latching clear glass lens, triple-roofed vented chimney and wire handle. Lantern burned a liquid fuel like kerosene or oil that was held in a reservoir in the base. Wick is missing. Glass lens and lens rim is broken. Spring-tension clip on back suggest lamp could be attached to a boat, carriage or fence post. Body of lantern is covered in fine haze of rust.

Acquisition

Accession

2022.11

Source or Donor

McEnroe, Therese "Tess" K.

Acquisition Method

Donation

Dimensions

Height

11-1/2 in

Width

6 in

Location

Building

Garage, History Center

Create Date

February 22, 2022

Update Date

February 22, 2022