Kerosene Lamp

Datec. 1910-1920

MediumGlass, Metal, Cotton

Dimensions6" H

ClassificationsLighting Device

Catalog number79.37.17

DescriptionBase is clear disc shaped with raised circles around a flower design. Circles are largest at the widest part of the base and get smaller as they go to top and bottom. Brass colored wick assembly screws onto base, flat wick with a knob for adjusting. Assembly is very rusty. Clean glass chimney with bulbous shape. Inside bottom rim has small chips.

A- Base
B- Wick assembly
C- Chimney

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