Lot #91 - Boston Concord & Montreal Fixed Globe Lantern
This This lantern is very old. This is a
well known form with standard features: (1) narrow tube vent assembly with
pyramid top vent (2) flat band bail with original wire
retainers (3) free blown globe with applied ring to
base (4) This BC&M over ED cutting is a
well known standard wheel cutting (5) pinch pot style base with a 5
5/8" diameter bell (6) the pinch pot has a glass fount and a
double whale oil pick wick One outstanding thing about this lantern
is the amount of discoloration in the swirl marks. Because the globe is free
blown and not molded like later globes there can be some variation to the
swirl patterns. There is nice original crud/rust in the plaster areas. This
lantern is from one of the oldest collections in the country and I'm
thrilled to have it on consignment. I personally guarantee the authenticity
of this lantern. This lantern is at least 140 years old. Excellent condition.
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copyright Scott Czaja 201
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Railroad
Boston Concord & Montreal
Size
standard
Condition
Excellent