Lantern - Steel - antique railway lantern
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Antique railway signal lantern dating from 1850–1900, made of metal with original red glass, used and not in working order, measuring 46 cm high by 18 cm wide by 18 cm deep and weighing 1.5 kg, of European origin.
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Antique railway lantern / signal lantern from the late 19th to early 20th century, made of steel with original red-colored glass. This type of lantern was used by railway personnel for stop and warning signals during shunting and inspections.
The lantern has a rugged industrial construction with a perforated chimney, a hinged door, and fixed feet. The red signal lens glass is intact and gives it a distinctive appearance. The carrying handle is original and securely attached.
The object is in an unrestored, used condition with clear signs of age and wear such as rusting and patina, appropriate to its function and age. No modern alterations. The structure is stable.
An authentic industrial railway artifact with strong decorative value, suitable for collectors of industrial objects and as an atmospheric statement piece in an industrial or loft interior.
Carefully packed and shipped insured.
Antique railway lantern / signal lantern from the late 19th to early 20th century, made of steel with original red-colored glass. This type of lantern was used by railway personnel for stop and warning signals during shunting and inspections.
The lantern has a rugged industrial construction with a perforated chimney, a hinged door, and fixed feet. The red signal lens glass is intact and gives it a distinctive appearance. The carrying handle is original and securely attached.
The object is in an unrestored, used condition with clear signs of age and wear such as rusting and patina, appropriate to its function and age. No modern alterations. The structure is stable.
An authentic industrial railway artifact with strong decorative value, suitable for collectors of industrial objects and as an atmospheric statement piece in an industrial or loft interior.
Carefully packed and shipped insured.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Industrial design
Metal type
Steel
Title additional information
antique railway lantern
No. of items
1
Material
Metal
Country of Origin
Europe
Style
Industrial
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
In Working Order
No
Height
46 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
18 cm
Weight
1.5 kg
Estimated period
1850-1900
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