Mediummetal
Dimensions8 1/2 × 4 in. (21.6 × 10.2 cm)
Donor credit lineKendall Whaling Museum Collection Transfer
Object number2001.100.10072
Institutional Credit LineCourtesy of the New Bedford Whaling Museum
DescriptionThe lantern is composed of a metal cylinder with two handles rusted into poisition side by side. Between these two handles is a groove on which a thumb lever, also rusted into place, is located. Connected to this on the inside is a metal ring on which rests the fuel container and wick. Most of the object is perferated with small holes. "750" is written on a sticker near the lip. The fuel container is a metal cylinder with a wick coming out of the center of the top.On View
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