Collection Highlights
Geometrical Lathe-work Proof
Date:
Object Number:
PR.221.63
Medium:
Engraving
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Ship's port lantern
Object Number:
1936.669
Date:
1876-1925
Medium:
Metal, glass, rubber, paint
Dimensions:
Overall: 18 1/4 x 11 x 10 in. ( 46.4 x 27.9 x 25.4 cm )
Marks:
in relief: on brass plate affixed to front shoulder: "PROCTER'S PAT. 1876 / PORT"
Description:
Ship's port lantern with red lens in red-painted metal casing; domed top with ring-shaped handle, triangular back, rounded front with cage consisting of two vertical rods, and hinged bottom; electric cord attached.
Credit Line:
Purchase
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
