Kerosene Lantern, circa 1875
THF153103 / Kerosene Lantern, circa 1875
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Artifact Overview
"Hot Glass Lanterns" were a type of kerosene lantern used in a barn or agriculture setting. They get their name because as they burn, the air is reused and drawn back into the flame. An early form of a Dietz brand kerosene lantern, it was illustrated in their 1874 catalogue.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Lantern (Lighting device)
Date Made
circa 1875
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.3.15416
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Tin (Metal)
Brass (Alloy)
Glass (Material)
Dimensions
Height: 15.5 in
Width: 3.75 in
Depth: 5.5 in
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