Lantern, Candle
Object number2004.172.31
MediumTin
Credit LineMeadowcroft Collection
DescriptionPierced tin lantern. Cylindrical with conical top. Crimped circular hood and ring at top. Door at front with two hinges on proper left side and latch closure on proper right side at center. Tin surface is pierced throughout. Three vent holes at top. Repair on conical top seam and both hinges. Candle receptacle inside on bottom.DimensionsHeight x Diameter: 14.5 × 5.5 in. (36.8 × 14 cm)InscriptionsMeadowcroft-applied museum catalog number on the underside "69.37.1"; number is black on red-orange base coat.
Historical Notes
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1830-1860
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