Lamp, Carriage

Object Name:

Lamp, Carriage

Object ID:

1932.004.01

Creator:

C.D. & CO.Manufacturer

Date:

1860-1875

Description:

Lantern, from first stagecoach driven to top of Mount Washington. Nickel-plated metal and glass. Round, spreading, raised base. Round collar above base with pierced design in center. Burner fits into collar section and has broad, flat, copper wick holder that is loose. It was soldered into a slot in the threaded cap for the fuel reservoir. Heavy, clear-glass chimney with bulging sides etched with the name: "Geo. W. Lane" within wreath. Hinged tin cover with a raised, rounded dome, also pierced with same design plus a row of small holes. Large, round metal bail handle. Marks: Top of the chimney reads: "C.D.& CO. 39". Upper assembly locks onto base with dual pin and slot system. Spring tab on one side to lock pin in the slot. Paper label on bottom with clear varnish. Typed three lines: "Mt. Washington stage / coach lantern / Edgecomb Nov. 1930". Cap is hinged at one side on top wire frame. Wire spring catch with small handle that locks cap in place. Glass fits into a collar on inside of top cover. This forces exhaust gases to exit through baffle on inside of cover and out through decorative perforations around sides of top.

Material:

Metal
Glass

Dimensions:

H-17.8 Dia-6.3 inches

Provenance:

Accession record reads, " 'Stage Lantern'. First stage coach 'ever' driven to top of Mount Washington, 1861; George W. Lane, driver."

Credit Line:

Gift of Albert C. Edgecomb

People:

Lane, George W. (1839-1907), Edgecomb, Albert C. (1891-1960)

Subjects:

Lanterns