Lantern
1850-1900
Place madeUnited States, North America
Metal, glass, paint
Overall: 14 1/4 x 5 3/4 x 5 in. ( 36.2 x 14.6 x 12.7 cm )
Purchase
1936.677
This lantern is identified as a "stern light" in the accession records.
ClassificationsMARITIME TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
DescriptionShip's lantern with colorless glass lens in green-painted sheet metal casing; domed top with ring handle, flat back, and rounded front protected by two vertical metal rods; removable kerosene burner with circular base fits into hole in bottom.Object NameShip's lantern
