Ferrovia dello Stato - Lantern - Iron

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Elena Napoleone
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Selected by Elena Napoleone

Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

Estimate  € 100 - € 150
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Description from the seller

**Vintage Italian Railway Signal Lantern – FS (Ferrovie dello Stato), 1950s–1960s**

Authentic vintage Italian railway signal lantern, believed to date from the 1950s–1960s. This distinctive industrial piece features a robust metal body, carrying handle, original lens, and an internal rotating colour filter system with red and green lenses.

The lantern bears the markings “F.S.” and “BREVETTATA”, referring to the Italian State Railways (*Ferrovie dello Stato*) and a patented design. Its original industrial finish and signs of age give it an authentic vintage character.

A fascinating collectible for railway enthusiasts, industrial design collectors, and lovers of authentic vintage railway equipment. It would also make an attractive display piece in a vintage-inspired interior, office, or collection.

**Details:**
- Origin: Italy
- Type: Railway signal lantern
- Period: Believed to be 1950s–1960s
- Material: Metal, glass lenses and electrical components
- Features: Carrying handle and rotating coloured filters
- Markings: “F.S.” and “BREVETTATA”
- Condition: Vintage condition, with visible signs of age and wear
- Functionality: Untested; electrical operation has not been confirmed

Please carefully examine the photographs, which form part of the description. The item is sold in its current condition, with age-related wear consistent with a vintage industrial object.

**Vintage Italian Railway Signal Lantern – FS (Ferrovie dello Stato), 1950s–1960s**

Authentic vintage Italian railway signal lantern, believed to date from the 1950s–1960s. This distinctive industrial piece features a robust metal body, carrying handle, original lens, and an internal rotating colour filter system with red and green lenses.

The lantern bears the markings “F.S.” and “BREVETTATA”, referring to the Italian State Railways (*Ferrovie dello Stato*) and a patented design. Its original industrial finish and signs of age give it an authentic vintage character.

A fascinating collectible for railway enthusiasts, industrial design collectors, and lovers of authentic vintage railway equipment. It would also make an attractive display piece in a vintage-inspired interior, office, or collection.

**Details:**
- Origin: Italy
- Type: Railway signal lantern
- Period: Believed to be 1950s–1960s
- Material: Metal, glass lenses and electrical components
- Features: Carrying handle and rotating coloured filters
- Markings: “F.S.” and “BREVETTATA”
- Condition: Vintage condition, with visible signs of age and wear
- Functionality: Untested; electrical operation has not been confirmed

Please carefully examine the photographs, which form part of the description. The item is sold in its current condition, with age-related wear consistent with a vintage industrial object.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Iron
Designer/artist/maker
Ferrovia dello Stato
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
In working order
No
Height
17 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
ItalyVerified
1
Object sold
Private

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