Collection Highlights
Dish: footed compote with cover
1825-1845
1936.693ab
Glass
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Luce Center
Oil lamp: diamond in circle pattern
Object name
Oil lamp: diamond in circle pattern
Date
1850-1880
Medium
Glass, metal
Dimensions
Overall: 5 1/2 x 2 1/4 in. ( 14 x 5.7 cm )
Description
Colorless glass lamp blown in a three-part mold with tinned iron single wick holder and circular shield or reflector; spherical body with molded inscription; "THE HANDY NIGHT LIGHT."
Object Number
INV.3969
Marks
in relief: on body; "THE HANDY/ NIGHT LAMP"
Gallery Label
This lamp was used as a night light.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
