Lantern

Object detail

Accession number

2010.916

Description

A glass kerosene lantern with metal kerosene lantern attachment. Four clips to hold glass chamber. Single knob to the side controlling wick length. Fabric wick length protruding from top and extending into chamber. Model 'No.2 Venus'. 'The Miller Co. USA.'

Marks

No 2 Venus Embossed
The Miller Co. / Made in / U.S.A. Embossed

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Glass
Processed Material/Metal

Credit Line

Lantern, 2010.916. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Lantern Furnishings Lighting Equipment Lighting Devices

Production place

United States of America North America Americas

Collection type

Domestic Technology Technology

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