Wall Lantern
Manufacturer / Maker
unidentified
Dateca. 1810
Mediumbrass, tin, glass
Dimensionsglass shade: 8 3/4 × 3 in. (22.2 × 7.6 cm)
lamp: 10 × 8 × 6 in. (25.4 × 20.3 × 15.2 cm)
lamp: 10 × 8 × 6 in. (25.4 × 20.3 × 15.2 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Mike E. Mock
Object numberPC1976.21.59
DescriptionThis metal and glass wall lantern includes a central glass chimney that has a rounded, bulbous bottom portion. The lantern also has a large metal reflector decorated with pleats stemming from a circle in its center. The light burner is located directly on top of the rounded foundation, likely serving as the fuel reservoir. The backside of the lantern includes a curved metal segment, likely incorporated for mounting and storing the object.On View
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