Coach Lamp
c. 1900Black painted rectangular-shaped brass lamp, with four sides (two clear glass side panels, and two black metal side panels):
- On the back metal panel is a small round red-coloured glass (this was also a hinged back panel allowing for change of the candle inside)
- On the left side of panel is metal, the right side of panel is clear glass, and the front panel is clear glass
The interior is painted silver and is used as a reflector (many lamps included a mirror or reflector to help cast light and increase visibility on the road),
The lighting mechanism inside the glass would hold a white candle with wick. Top of lamp is a chimney with one hood (air duct to ensure proper ventilation for the flame).
The body of the lamp is mounted on a solid round metal pipe.
A metal bracket attached to stem of lamp
A circle loop at top of hood can be used to hang lamp
This lamp would have been attached to a coach, or even an early automobile, for lighting purposes.
It could also have been used for outdoor purposes in a household or business setting.
Lamps such as this were used in the 19th century and early 20th century and preceded or accompanied the use of oil lamps and were later superseded by electric and gas lighting.
