Barn Lantern
Identifier:
120117
Description:
Punched tin lantern.;Punched tin lanterns like the one allow light out, but protect the flame from being extinguished by wind. They also help protect nearby objects from catching fire.
Date:
circa 1850
Materials:
Tin
Dimensions:
16" h 5" w
Current Location Status:
On Exhibit
Source:
Gift Of Mrs. Charles Inslee And Mr. H. B. Tuthill
Exhibit/Program:
L is for Lighting (1998 – 2011)
Related Entities:
Mrs. Charles Inslee (donor)
Howard B Tuthill (donor)
