Lantern, circa 1890
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Artifact Overview
Traditional make-dos are useful and precious objects that broke during their working lives. Their owners felt compelled to restore or repurpose these objects in a variety of ways. This lantern has a pressed glass chimney--that was originally a vase.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Lantern (Lighting device)
Date Made
circa 1890
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.1268.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Copper (Metal)
Color
Red
Dimensions
Height: 19 in
Diameter: 7.5 in
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The Henry Ford's collections contain objects that have been broken, repaired, or created through improvisation. Some objects have been altered many times, while others have led multiple lives, or served multiple purposes. These objects solve very specific practical needs or share an artistic vision. Ultimately, the objects in this group are evidence of unscripted innovation and the messiness of creative problem-solving.