Handheld whale oil ship's lantern
Date19th century
Object number00033880
NameLantern
MediumMetal, glass, fabric wick
DimensionsOverall: 198 x 110 x 70 mm, 0.336 kg
ClassificationsTableware and furnishings
Credit LineANMM Collection
Purchased with USA Bicentennial Gift funds
DescriptionHandheld whale oil ship's lantern.
19th century
1980s-1990s
19th century
19th century
late 19th century
19th century
late 19th century
19th century