Danalith - Lantern - signal lantern - Metal
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DANALITH Danish petroleum signal lantern Seinlantaarn dating circa 1940–1950, made of blue painted metal with cream-coloured lens housings, featuring an original removable petroleum reservoir and burner, in good vintage condition and in working order, measures 25.5 cm high by 14.5 cm square and weighs 1219 g.
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Rare DANALITH – Danish petroleum signal lantern / railway lantern – approx. 1940–1950
Special and authentic Danish DANALITH petroleum signal lantern, presumably dating from around 1940–1950.
This distinctive industrial lantern is finished in blue-painted metal and equipped with multiple round, profiled glass lenses with contrasting cream-colored metal frames. The name DANALITH is embossed in relief on the metal housing.
Comparable DANALITH lanterns are described in Denmark as petroleum signal or signaling lanterns used to give signals and warnings, among other things in a railway environment. The robust construction, surround lenses and the large metal carrying and hanging bracket suit this professional use.
Original petroleum mechanism
What makes this specimen special is that the original detachable petroleum reservoir with burner is also present.
Via the hinged side panel the lantern can be opened completely. This makes the reservoir, burner and the rear of the various signaling lenses clearly visible. The burner is equipped with a metal adjustment mechanism by which the flame height could originally be set.
The light from the central petroleum burner was spread to multiple sides via the various round glass lenses, allowing the lantern to function as a clearly visible signaling or warning light.
Features
* Manufacturer / brand: DANALITH
* Origin: Denmark
* Type: petroleum signal / warning lantern
* Possible application: railway and professional signaling use
* Dating: presumably ca. 1940–1950
* Material: painted metal, glass and metal burner
* Colour: blue with cream-colored lens holders
* Multiple round profiled signaling lenses
* Large metal carrying and hanging bracket
* Hinged side door
* Original detachable petroleum reservoir present
* Original burner with adjustment mechanism present
Dimensions: H 25.5 cm x L 14.5 cm x W 14.5 cm
With handle Height 35 cm
Weight: 1219 grams
Condition
The lantern is in a beautiful authentic vintage state. The paint and metal parts show signs of use, small scratches, paint loss, oxidation and patina appropriate to age and original industrial use. The petroleum reservoir and burner also show clear signs of use and aging.
These marks have deliberately not been concealed and contribute to the lantern’s original industrial character.
A particularly decorative and collectible piece of industrial heritage, appealing to collectors of old railway and signal equipment, industrial lighting and vintage everyday objects.
This object will be securely packed for smart shipping, sent by registered mail with tracking and insured.
Seller's Story
I have a passion for vintage design, and my objects mainly come from Scandinavia. I seek out unique gems that are then offered to new owners through this platform. I ensure that the objects are very well packaged so they can arrive safely. I hope that, through my circular mission of sustainability, these beautiful objects can be given a second life, serving as a good example for many others.
Translated by Google TranslateRare DANALITH – Danish petroleum signal lantern / railway lantern – approx. 1940–1950
Special and authentic Danish DANALITH petroleum signal lantern, presumably dating from around 1940–1950.
This distinctive industrial lantern is finished in blue-painted metal and equipped with multiple round, profiled glass lenses with contrasting cream-colored metal frames. The name DANALITH is embossed in relief on the metal housing.
Comparable DANALITH lanterns are described in Denmark as petroleum signal or signaling lanterns used to give signals and warnings, among other things in a railway environment. The robust construction, surround lenses and the large metal carrying and hanging bracket suit this professional use.
Original petroleum mechanism
What makes this specimen special is that the original detachable petroleum reservoir with burner is also present.
Via the hinged side panel the lantern can be opened completely. This makes the reservoir, burner and the rear of the various signaling lenses clearly visible. The burner is equipped with a metal adjustment mechanism by which the flame height could originally be set.
The light from the central petroleum burner was spread to multiple sides via the various round glass lenses, allowing the lantern to function as a clearly visible signaling or warning light.
Features
* Manufacturer / brand: DANALITH
* Origin: Denmark
* Type: petroleum signal / warning lantern
* Possible application: railway and professional signaling use
* Dating: presumably ca. 1940–1950
* Material: painted metal, glass and metal burner
* Colour: blue with cream-colored lens holders
* Multiple round profiled signaling lenses
* Large metal carrying and hanging bracket
* Hinged side door
* Original detachable petroleum reservoir present
* Original burner with adjustment mechanism present
Dimensions: H 25.5 cm x L 14.5 cm x W 14.5 cm
With handle Height 35 cm
Weight: 1219 grams
Condition
The lantern is in a beautiful authentic vintage state. The paint and metal parts show signs of use, small scratches, paint loss, oxidation and patina appropriate to age and original industrial use. The petroleum reservoir and burner also show clear signs of use and aging.
These marks have deliberately not been concealed and contribute to the lantern’s original industrial character.
A particularly decorative and collectible piece of industrial heritage, appealing to collectors of old railway and signal equipment, industrial lighting and vintage everyday objects.
This object will be securely packed for smart shipping, sent by registered mail with tracking and insured.
Seller's Story
I have a passion for vintage design, and my objects mainly come from Scandinavia. I seek out unique gems that are then offered to new owners through this platform. I ensure that the objects are very well packaged so they can arrive safely. I hope that, through my circular mission of sustainability, these beautiful objects can be given a second life, serving as a good example for many others.
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Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Danish design
Material
Metal
Manufacturer/brand
Danalith
Model
signal lantern
Country of origin
Denmark
Style
Scandinavian design
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
25.5 cm
Width
14.5 cm
Depth
14.5 cm
Weight
1219 g
Estimated period
1940-1950
