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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.
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- 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)
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- 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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