Oil Lamp, 1850-1860

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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Oil lamp

Date Made

1850-1860

Creator Notes

Possibly made in New England.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.4.5758

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Pressed glass
Brass (Alloy)

Color

Colorless

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