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Circa 1920s English Ship's Masthead Lantern

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Circa 1920s ship's masthead lantern, English. A fine example of copper with brass fittings & heavy molded clear glass panel. Retains the likely original oil lmap on copper sliding panel, marked "British Make". The glass known as a fresnel lens amplifies the light emitted. These were essential to navigation & communication prior to modern technology. Weighs 13 lbs. 12 5/8" h., 9 3/8" d., 13" w. We are a family business that has been a major source for the selective buyer for over 90 years. We are one the finest antiques shop in the South and Mid-Atlantic, proclaimed the “Best Antiques Shop in the Mid-Atlantic” by Mid-Atlantic Antiques Magazine. With over 7,500 square feet of show room space in an impressive Italianate Villa setting, Whitehall is a must visit spot for antiques collectors, dealers and decorators alike! We specialize in period 18th and 19th century English and Country French furniture, fine art, silver, porcelain, lighting, and all appropriate decorative accessories. You will also find pieces of American origin, from Continental Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and ranging in date and style from Baroque to Mid-Century Modern. In short, we are a treasure trove of unique items with an unprecedented selection for your home or collection!
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.63 in (32.09 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 9.38 in (23.83 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Condition commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chapel Hill, NC
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: WL-1536z1stDibs: LU6458244447842

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