lace-maker's lamp
Object numberBY733
Titlelace-maker's lamp
DescriptionTinplate lamp, originally light green in colour. Basal unit like candlestick with carrying handle; funnel-shaped oil-holding vessel. Upper unit sits into oil vessel and can be swivelled round. Upper unit cylinder-shaped with chimney over wick; hinged door on chimney with window to direct light onto lace working area.
Production date circa 1900
Object namelamp, lace-maker's
Object category4.5391
Materialtinplate & glass
Dimensions
- height: 16.7 cm
diameter: 11.1 cm