Description
Antique Brass/Copper Port Navigation Lantern, Painted Red Glass Lens, Early 20th Century Nautical Maritime, 10"H
This vintage maritime port lantern features a distinctive copper or copper-alloy body with a beautifully aged, naturally weathered patina. The sloped upper housing bears an embossed "PORT" designation within an oval cartouche, identifying its traditional placement on the left side of a vessel.
The original lens appears to be a clear glass, painted red on the interior surface. The glass lens is protected by a sturdy metal frame, while the cylindrical upper housing, arched carrying handle, and original threaded adjustment screw add to its authentic nautical character.
Dating to the early 20th century, this substantial little lantern is a wonderful piece of maritime history. Dimensions & Weight:
With Handle Up: 13"H
Body Measurements: 10"H x 6"D x 6"W
Weight: 1 lb, 14 oz. Condition:
Solid body with all original parts. Copper or copper-alloy body shows a beautiful, natural patina. Original glass lens intact with no cracks, showing some paint loss of red-painted interior surface.
The original lens appears to be a clear glass, painted red on the interior surface. The glass lens is protected by a sturdy metal frame, while the cylindrical upper housing, arched carrying handle, and original threaded adjustment screw add to its authentic nautical character.
Dating to the early 20th century, this substantial little lantern is a wonderful piece of maritime history. Dimensions & Weight:
With Handle Up: 13"H
Body Measurements: 10"H x 6"D x 6"W
Weight: 1 lb, 14 oz. Condition:
Solid body with all original parts. Copper or copper-alloy body shows a beautiful, natural patina. Original glass lens intact with no cracks, showing some paint loss of red-painted interior surface.
