Candle Lantern from Henry Clay Political Campaign, 1824-1844
THF127338 / Candle Lantern from Henry Clay Political Campaign, 1824-1844
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Artifact Overview
Artifact Details
Artifact
Lantern (Lighting device)
Date Made
1824-1844
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
69.145.6
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Tin (Metal)
Technique
Handmade
Punching (Surface marking technique)
Dimensions
Height: 13.5 in
Diameter: 5.25 in
Inscriptions
punched in side of lantern:
HENRY CLAY
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