Fairy Lamp, circa 1900
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Artifact Overview
Fairy lamps became popular in the late 19th century for use in a hallway or bedroom. Sold in three pieces, a burner, saucer, and dome-shaped cap, the buyer could choose to use either a candle or kerosene as fuel. The cap contained the flame, allowing it to burn throughout the night.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Fairy lamp
Date Made
circa 1900
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Attributed to Central Glass Company of Wheeling, West Virginia
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.3.15662
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Pressed glass
Glass (Material)
Pewter (Tin alloy)
Color
Dark yellow
Dimensions
Height: 5.625 in
Diameter: 2 in
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