Ship's lamp - Copper, Glass

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This 20th-century vintage ship’s lantern is made of copper and glass and features a Fresnel lens.

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Description from the seller

A genuine antique ship’s lantern was once used aboard large ships as a beacon to guide other vessels. It has its original oil burner and a semicircular magnifying glass (Fresnel lens). The lamp is still in its original condition, including the oil reservoir. The copper has developed a beautiful patina, which brings out the object’s beauty.
You can, of course, convert it to electric lighting yourself, but it looks much nicer when lit with oil. Its light can be seen from miles away. Naturally, it does have a few dents and imperfections, but these are simply the result of extensive use aboard the ship.

A genuine antique ship’s lantern was once used aboard large ships as a beacon to guide other vessels. It has its original oil burner and a semicircular magnifying glass (Fresnel lens). The lamp is still in its original condition, including the oil reservoir. The copper has developed a beautiful patina, which brings out the object’s beauty.
You can, of course, convert it to electric lighting yourself, but it looks much nicer when lit with oil. Its light can be seen from miles away. Naturally, it does have a few dents and imperfections, but these are simply the result of extensive use aboard the ship.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Industrial design
Glass type
Fresnel lens
Title additional information
Ship's lighthouse / anchor
Number of objects
1
Material
Copper, Glass
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Style
Vintage
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
In working order
Yes
Height
57 cm
Width
23 cm
Depth
25 cm
Weight
6 kg
Estimated period
20
Sold by
The NetherlandsVerified
Private

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