Early American Candle Lantern, Wood Frame, Glazed, Tin Socket & Drip Pan

Early American Candle Lantern, Wood Frame, Glazed, Tin Socket & Drip Pan, Image 1

A barn/privy lantern displaying a great surface... the wire bail handle centering pierced chimney vent under the domed sheet iron heat/spark shield; chamfered top edges, projecting molded base... the chamfered corner posts are mortised top and bottom and are secured by iron pins. The door with canted edges is of mortise, tenon and wood peg joinery; door hangs from original butt hinges A most interesting removeable single sheet iron candle socket having an integral waisted drip pan is within [made like a peg lamp post].

Date: 1825-1840

Measurement: Height: 12.75"; width: 6.75"; depth: 6.75"

Material: White walnut (butternut), tinned sheet iron, glass

Condition: Very good, original glass and surface; two small trivial losses to glass at top that do not distract. Dry patina; displays beautifully.

$1,475

SKU: 1256-87

For More Information, Please Contact David Hillier at 978-597-8084 or email drh@aaawt.com.

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