lantern, circa 1890

Significance

This item is an example of a lighting device used before electricity and battery power were widespread.

Physical description

A small brass Elfin Reflector Night kerosene lantern with a reflector plate at the back. A handle runs around the middle. It has a small canvas wick. The glass is missing.

Inscriptions & markings

On top of fuel tank-ELFIN REFLECTOR NIGHT LAMP
On back-MADE IN U.S.A. BY EDWARD MILLER & CO USA
On wicker winder (left) -E. MILLER -CO.U.S.A.

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